Machine Operator

Victrex Manufacturing Limited; Bristol (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching programme

Healthcare benefits

Shift premium for second shift

Job summary

Victrex Manufacturing Limited in Bristol, Rhode Island, is seeking a Machine Operator for the second shift (3:00pm–11:30pm) to operate processing equipment and support the production schedule while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will set up equipment, monitor processes, perform routine quality checks, troubleshoot issues, and assist with changeovers. A proactive attitude to safety and continuous improvement is essential, with prior manufacturing experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive approach to safety and continuous improvement.
• Experience within a manufacturing environment (preferred).
• Experience applying best‑practice safety standards and continuous improvement methods.

Responsibilities

• Setting up equipment, tooling, raw materials, conveyors, and packaging systems.
• Preparing machinery for production, including pre‑heating tools and loading programmes.
• Monitoring production processes to ensure quality and safety standards are met.
• Conducting routine quality checks and submitting production samples.
• Troubleshooting equipment issues, performing first‑line maintenance, and supporting emergency shutdowns when required.
• Completing equipment shutdowns and changeovers in line with the production schedule.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Safety & continuous improvement

Manufacturing experience

Safety standards & CI methods

Job description

We are seeking a Machine Operator to join our manufacturing site in Bristol, Rhode Island.

Shift Pattern:

• Second Shift: 3:00pm - 11:30pm, Monday to Friday

• Shift premium paid for hours worked on second shift

What You'll Be Doing

As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for operating a range of processing equipment to support the production schedule whilst maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.

Key responsibilities include:

• Setting up equipment, tooling, raw materials, conveyors, and packaging systems

• Preparing machinery for production, including pre‑heating tools and loading programmes

• Monitoring production processes to ensure quality and safety standards are met

• Conducting routine quality checks and submitting production samples

• Troubleshooting equipment issues, performing first‑line maintenance, and supporting emergency shutdowns when required

• Completing equipment shutdowns and changeovers in line with the production schedule

About You

We're looking for a motivated and reliable individual who can work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively. You will have:

• Strong mechanical aptitude

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• A proactive approach to safety and continuous improvement

• Experience within a manufacturing environment (preferred)

• Experience applying best‑practice safety standards and continuous improvement methods

What We Offer

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 401(k) matching programme

• Healthcare benefits

• Shift premium for second shift working

• Career development opportunities within a global manufacturing business

NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE.

At present, we are not accepting any candidates via a recruitment agency or third party.

About Victrex

Victrex is an innovative world leader in high‑performance PEEK (Poly Ether Ether Ketone) and PAEK (Poly Aryl Ether Ketone) polymer solutions focusing on the strategic markets of automotive, aerospace, energy and industrial, electronics and medical. Every day, millions of people use products and applications containing our materials – from smartphones, aeroplanes and cars to energy operations and medical devices.

With over 40 years’ experience, we are developing world leading solutions with PEEK and PAEK‑based polymers and selected semi‑finished and finished parts which enable environmental and societal benefit for our customers and our markets and drive value for our shareholders

Vision and culture

At Victrex, we have a clear purpose: to deliver transformational and sustainable solutions that address global material challenges.

Our core values of passion, innovation, and performance are at the heart of everything we do. We are a company that thrives on human‑centred leadership, valuing curiosity, adaptability, and collaboration in a fast‑paced, digitally enabled world. We believe in empowering individuals, rather than seeing barriers to progress.

We are looking for individuals who are comfortable working in an environment that values digital and AI‑driven solutions, who see technology as an enabler rather than a challenge. At Victrex, we foster a culture of continuous learning, agility, and adaptability, where employees are encouraged to embrace new ways of working, leverage data‑driven insights, and drive meaningful change.

As we continue to evolve, we need people who are not just contributors but change accelerators … individuals who champion innovation, and drive transformation with a growth mindset. Whether through digitalisation, process improvement, or human‑centred leadership, our employees play a crucial role in shaping the future of our business.

Our leadership approach is built on empowerment, inclusion, and collaboration. We value people who lead with empathy and authenticity, fostering a workplace where diverse perspectives and ideas can thrive. We work hard to ensure that our teams are engaged, motivated, and equipped to navigate an ever‑changing landscape.

Sustainability is core to our strategy. We are committed to reducing our environmental footprint while supporting society through our sustainable products and making a positive impact on our local communities. We are proud to be recognised as a ‘Disability Confident’ employer and to be voted as one of the best places to work by ‘The Sunday Times’ in 2024!

Our aim is to provide the support of accessibility and community within Victrex for everyone. So, if you need any help, advice or just want a confidential chat regarding any Diversity, Equity or Inclusion matters even before you apply to Victrex, then here is what you need to know:

The enabling support that Victrex prides itself on giving, starts from when anyone applies or wants to apply to join our team.

We are always here to help provide any ‘reasonable adjustments’ you may need during your application process. So please contact us to discuss your specific requirements in more depth.

We even have a dedicated email that anyone can use to reach out for help, advice, and a confidential chat......whatever you need to know, and to help ensure an equitable solution, that’s right for you, right from the start!

That email is: [e-mail]

Victrex values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community.