Machine Operator

Charter Next Generation; Attleboro Falls (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Machine Operator committed to quality and safety in a fast-paced environment. The role involves operating plastic extrusion lines, ensuring product standards, and participating in ongoing training. Ideal candidates will have a technical aptitude and be able to thrive in a physical role requiring lifting and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, pull, and lift throughout a 12-hour period.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Basic computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain production lines, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
• Monitor quality and participate in housekeeping and maintenance tasks.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and assist with changeovers.

Skills

Technical/mechanical aptitude

Strong communication skills

Tools

Measuring tools

Job description

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TURNERS FALLS - Machine Operator People & Culture: Flexibility (Work 15

days a month) Sustainability leader Safety & quality driven Fast-paced

work environment Purpose-driven & Values-based Community partners Earth

stewardship 2-2-3 Shift schedule/hours: Work: Monday & Tuesday Off:

Wednesday & Thursday Work: Friday, Saturday, & Sunday Off: Monday &

Tuesday Work: Wednesday & Thursday Off: Friday, Saturday, & Sunday

12-hour static shifts (Days - 5am - 5pm) (Nights 5:00pm 5:00am)

Compensation: Starting wage ranges from \$20.00- \$23.00 dependent upon

experience Night shift differential: \$2.50 WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU: You

will be responsible for the operation and output of assigned production

lines which include but are not limited to: Performs duties in a manner

that adheres to safety policies and procedures. Participate in the

training curriculum as an operator learning aspects of plastic extrusion

line operations while completing assigned duties required for

certification Change plastic extruding machine, set up according to

production line changes following specifications on work orders, and

examine products for nonconformance to specifications Responsible for

monitoring quality and accuracy of the line and scrap Perform

housekeeping and preventative maintenance tasks as required to maintain

equipment Set up plastic extrusion machines (shut-down, start-up,

switchovers, order preparation, and production, of plastic extrusion

lines). Responsible for raw materials (resin) by keeping extruder fed

with resin mixture Maintain good interaction and teamwork with

supervisor and co-workers Give assistance to co-workers to expedite

changeovers OUR SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: Ensure that safety and health

concerns are given primary consideration in all activities Follows

company guidelines and actively participates in all safety processes

Carry out job/area specific housekeeping duties and maintain a high

standard of professionalism Look for, report, and correct any near

misses/unsafe conditions or behaviors as soon as possible Produce

quality materials to be distributed to customers Maintain production

volume and efficiency Identify needed changes and make recommendations -

find a better way Troubleshoot mechanical issues, requesting supervisor

assistance when needed OUR BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to work with

measuring tools such as tape measure, calipers, etc. Solid

technical/mechanical aptitude Physical ability to stand, walk, bend,

pull and lift throughout a 12- hour period. (Our lift limit is 65lbs)

Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen Focus on safety and quality

production Basic computer knowledge Strong communication skills Positive

attitude and a willingness to learn Physical Work and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that

must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential

functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable

Individuals With Disabilities To Perform The Essential Functions. While

performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required

to stand most of their 12-hour shift on a cement production floor. The

team member frequently is required to use arms to reach and hands to

handle or feel. The team member must repetitively lift and/or move up to

65 pounds. Must be able to routinely climb stairs and work safely around

numerous hot surfaces and rotating equipment. Team members are also

required to frequently talk and hear.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing

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