Machine Operator

West Coast Energy Systems; Beaver Dam (WI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

West Coast Energy Systems is seeking a Machine Operator to operate and monitor production machinery, ensuring products meet specifications and quality standards. The role emphasizes safety, proper PPE usage, and adherence to standard work.

The ideal candidate demonstrates reliability, teamwork, and the ability to learn new processes quickly, with a motive to contribute to a high-performance manufacturing environment. Excellent attention to detail is essential.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma or GED; 1 year of experience operating relevant machinery or equivalent.
• Detail oriented and organized.
• Work in a team environment in a professional manner.
• Ability to use hand tools with precision.
• Physical demands include lifting up to 25–50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate basic machinery independently at a defined rate with quality.
• Understand products and how they impact the business.
• Continuously learn the principles, practices, and processes of the job.
• Safely handle materials using proper lifting techniques.
• Communicate hazards and equipment issues with leadership.
• Provide basic training to employees as needed.
• Cross-train in different areas and flex to different stations.

Skills

Detail oriented

Team player

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

Shift Hours: 1st Shift Monday - Thursday 5:00AM - 3:30PM

• Machine Operator I: $22.75/hour
• Machine Operator II: $25.75/hour
• Machine Operator III: $27.75/hour

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating machinery to manufacture products in a timely manner while fulfilling quality standards. The Machine Operator will review work instructions, build product per specifications and within tolerances, complete all clean-up and housekeeping procedures, comply with all quality, safety and work rules and regulations including wearing all appropriate PPE.

Responsibilities

• Proficiently operate basic machinery independently at a defined rate with proper quality
• Develop and maintain an understanding of the products they assemble and how they impact the business.
• Continuous learning of the principles, practices, and processes of their job as changes require and similar jobs
• Safely handle materials utilizing proper lifting techniques, including overhead hoists/lift tables.
• Communicate hazards and/or equipment issues with leadership.
• Occasionally provide basic training to employees as needed
• Cross train in different areas within the department and flex to different stations as needed

Requirements

• High school Diploma or equivalent (GED). 1 year of experience operating relevant machinery or equivalent
• Detail oriented and organized.
• Work in a team environment in a professional manner
• Effectively communicate
• Utilize applicable hand tools with precision.

Physical Demands : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.