Line Operator | Manufacturing Equipment | $51K-$65K

Purple Cow Recruiting; Enoch (UT); On-site; USD 51,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Purple Cow Recruiting is seeking a Line Operator to support maintenance and automation in a manufacturing setting in Enoch, UT. The role requires diagnosing and repairing equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and supporting Smart Factory initiatives.

Training includes an important Korea assignment Oct 2026–Jan 2027, after which onsite work resumes in Utah. The position offers competitive pay ($51k-$65k) and standard M-F daytime hours, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification required.
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment is required.
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems required.
• Ability to read technical drawings and schematics required.
• Willingness to travel to Korea Oct 2026–Jan 2027 is required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair equipment failures and abnormal operating conditions.
• Perform preventive maintenance to improve reliability and uptime.
• Investigate issues and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain maintenance records and documentation.
• Manage spare parts inventory and coordinate procurement.
• Support equipment asset management activities.
• Support automated production systems and Smart Factory initiatives.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot robotic and automated equipment.
• Participate in equipment modifications, upgrades, and overhaul projects.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to optimize processes.

Skills

Read electrical schematic

Read mechanical schematic

Read pneumatic hydraulic schematics

Root cause analysis

Preventive maintenance

Equipment troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Continuous improvement

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in Mechanical/Electrical/Automation

Tools

CAD software

PLC troubleshooting

Job description

Description

Line Operator | Manufacturing Equipment | $51K-$65K

Full Time | Onsite | Enoch, UT

Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN

Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing

IMPORTANT TRAINING REQUIREMENT

• Travel to Korea from October 2026 through January 2027 is REQUIRED and NON-NEGOTIABLE
• Following the Korea training period, this position is onsite in Enoch, Utah

POSITION OVERVIEW

• Diagnose and repair equipment failures and abnormal operating conditions
• Perform preventive maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability and uptime
• Investigate equipment issues and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Maintain equipment maintenance records and documentation
• Manage spare parts inventory and coordinate procurement of maintenance materials
• Support equipment asset management activities
• Support automated production systems and Smart Factory initiatives
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot robotic and automated equipment
• Participate in equipment modifications, upgrades, and overhaul projects
• Recommend and implement equipment and process improvements to increase productivity and quality
• Assist in the installation, commissioning, and validation of new production equipment
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to optimize manufacturing processes

COMPENSATION

• $51,000-$65,000

SCHEDULE

• Monday-Friday
• 8:00 AM-5:00 PM MST
• Onsite, 5 days per week
• Enoch, Utah
• Ability to work overtime or respond to equipment issues when necessary

ROLE

• Read and interpret electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics
• Perform root cause analysis for equipment failures and production issues
• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors when required
• Follow all company safety policies and regulatory requirements
• Support continuous improvement and 5S activities throughout the production area

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work around manufacturing equipment for extended periods

Requirements

• Associate Degree Or Technical Certification In Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Automation, Mechatronics, Or A Related Field REQUIRED
• Technical Certification Related To Electrical, Mechanical, Or Industrial Maintenance REQUIRED
• Experience Troubleshooting Manufacturing Equipment REQUIRED
• Knowledge Of Electrical And Mechanical Systems REQUIRED
• Ability To Read Technical Drawings And Schematics REQUIRED
• Ability To Travel To Korea October 2026 Through January 2027 REQUIRED - NON-NEGOTIABLE

Preferred

• 3+ Years Of Experience In Equipment Maintenance, Automation, Or Manufacturing Operations Preferred
• Experience With Industrial Robots And Automated Manufacturing Equipment Preferred
• PLC Troubleshooting Experience Preferred
• Preventive Maintenance And Equipment Improvement Experience Preferred
• Experience Working In A Smart Factory Or Highly Automated Manufacturing Environment Preferred
• Ability To Use 2D/3D CAD Software Preferred
• Korean Language Skills Preferred