Machine Operator

Innova Solutions Inc; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & pharmacy coverage

Dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Health saving account (HSA)

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Short term and Long term Disability

Accident & Critical illness coverage

Pre-paid legal & ID protection

Sick time

Referral program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Innova Solutions Inc is seeking a Machine Operator in a full-time/contract role based in Bessemer, AL. You will support process optimization using Lean principles, perform analyses, document processes, and help drive improvement programs aligned with production goals.

The ideal candidate has hands-on manufacturing experience, strong communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Lean manufacturing experience and process optimization knowledge.
• Experience conducting root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions.
• Ability to create process documentation including flows and SOPs.
• Experience managing multiple improvement initiatives with deadlines and budget awareness.
• Strong collaboration with engineering, manufacturing and leadership teams.

Responsibilities

• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to real-world production environments.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Create technical documentation: process flows, layouts, equipment specs, SOPs.
• Coordinate multiple improvement initiatives while meeting deadlines and budgets.
• Communicate with production teams, vendors and management stakeholders.
• Analyze production metrics to identify opportunities and measure results.
• Contribute to innovative projects including new products, systems or workflows.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Value stream mapping

Waste elimination

Continuous flow

Root cause analysis

Corrective actions

Process documentation

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Innovation projects

Automation

New product development

Startup environment

Communication

Education

High School Education Degree or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Machine Operator

Position type: Full Time/ Contract Duration: 12 Months Location: Bessemer, AL USA 35020

As a Machine Operator, you will be:

• Strong technical background in manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, or mechanical systems with emphasis on process optimization
• Proven ability to apply Lean Manufacturing principles including value stream mapping, waste elimination, and continuous flow to real-world production environments
• Experience conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions to address process variability and quality issues
• Experience in creating technical documentation including process flows, layout drawings, equipment specifications, and standard operating procedures
• Project management skills with ability to coordinate multiple improvement initiatives simultaneously while meeting deadlines and budget constraints
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with production teams, equipment vendors, contractors, and management stakeholders
• Data-driven mindset with ability to analyze production metrics, identify improvement opportunities, and measure results of implemented changes
• Demonstrated experience contributing to innovative-focused projects, including development of new products, systems, workflows, or construction methodologies.
• Proven ability to generate and implement innovative ideas, improving design efficiency, constructability, automation, or manufacturing integration.
• Background working in new project development, pilot programs, or early-stage project environments where requirements evolve rapidly.
• Comfortable operating in a startup-like or entrepreneurial environment, characterized by fast decision-making, limited precedent, and high ownership.
• Strong collaborator with the ability to communicate and work with cross-functional disciplines, including Engineering, Manufacturing, and Innovation.
• High attention to detail, balanced with a solution-oriented and forward-thinking mindset.
• Self-starter, hands-on and collaborative in achieving results
• Able to distill, package, and present complex information in a clear, concise, and compelling manner
• Process and goal-oriented while comfortable with complexity and ambiguity

The ideal candidate will have:

• Knowledge of fabrication processes including welding, cutting, roll forming, and assembly operations in metal manufacturing environments is preferred
• Experience managing equipment installation projects.
• Be able to operate and assemble components, including the use of screwdrivers, sawers, and skilsaws.
• 1-3 years of experience in process engineering, manufacturing engineering, or continuous improvement roles within manufacturing operations
• Hands-on experience implementing Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma projects with documented results in waste reduction, cycle time improvement, or cost savings

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• High School Education Degree or equivalent
• Proficiency with CAD software (AutoCAD) for layout design and equipment specification is also a big advantage
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is highly advantageous

PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS

Pay Range*: $35.00 - $38.78 per hour

*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following:

• Medical & pharmacy coverage
• Dental/vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Health saving account (HSA)
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Short term and Long term Disability
• Accident & Critical illness coverage
• Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection
• Sick time
• other types of paid leaves (as required by law)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Himanshu Kumar 201-649-8492 [email protected]

Website: https://www.innovasolutions.com/

Submit referrals at https://innovasolutions.workllama.com/atsuser/anonreferafriend and earn $250-$1,000 per referral.

If this role is not a fit for you, we do offer a referral bonus program for referrals that we successfully place with our clients, subject to program guidelines.

This position is only open to applicants who can be engaged on a W-2 basis.

Innova Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates.

Innova Solutions encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities.

Innova Solutions (HireGenics/Volt) does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b. The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

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