Machine Operator

Victaulic Company; Cookeville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Victaulic Company is seeking skilled Manufacturing Operators for Profiling, Grooving, CNC operations and VBSP Former roles in a safety‑driven environment. You will follow standard work, use PPE, verify parts, and log production data in Mendix while meeting daily targets.

The position emphasizes growth from Level 1 to Level 3 across multiple operator roles, with emphasis on teamwork, quality and safe operation.

Qualifications

• Qualified in one machine operation role with progression to Level 3.
• Adheres to documented work instructions and safety rules.
• Maintains clean and organized work area; records data as required.

Responsibilities

• Execute assigned manufacturing processes per standard work and instructions.
• Verify part conformance at point of use and follow inspection plans.
• Record production, scrap, and downtime data in required systems (Mendix).
• Escalate safety, quality, or process concerns immediately.
• Maintain safe work conditions and proper PPE usage.

Skills

Machine operation

Safety compliance

Quality awareness

Teamwork

Tools

Mendix

Job description

Job Description

Roles Applicable

• Profiling Operator 1-3
• Grooving Operator 1-3
• CNC Operator 1-3
• VBSP Former 1-3

Purpose

Execute defined manufacturing processes to produce conforming parts while meeting safety, quality, and production expectations.

Core Job Responsibilities

Execute assigned manufacturing processes per standard work. Follow documented work instructions and inspection plans. Verify part conformance at point of use. Maintain safe work conditions and proper PPE usage. Record production, scrap, and downtime data in required systems. Escalate safety, quality, or process concerns immediately. Maintain an organized and clean work area.

Attendance & Reliability

Report to work during assigned schedule. Follow call-in protocol. Remain at workstation during working times.

Safety & Policy

Follow Victaulic's Code of Conduct. Follow safety rules. Use required PPE. Stop work for safety concerns.

Quality

Follow inspection plans. Produce conforming parts. Stop work for defects.

Productivity

Meet production targets. Accurately record output in Mendix. Follow known cycle times.

Decision Authority

Stop work for safety concerns. Stop work for quality concerns. Escalate issues.

Progression Signals

Consistent attendance. Cross training effectiveness. Quality Performance. Safe operation of equipment. Meeting daily attainment metrics. Proper Mendix utilization. Skill growth & Engagement. Positive supervisor assessment.

Success Signals

Consistent attendance. Low rework. Safe behavior. Cross-training engagement.

Progression Blocker

Rework trends. Safety issues. Poor attendance. Resistance to learning. Active disengagement.

Evaluation Metrics

• Attendance - 15%
• Supervisor Evaluation / Feedback - 10%
• Mendix / Productivity - 25%
• Quality, Teamwork, and Safety (QTS) - 20%
• KPIs - 30%

Machine Operator - Level 1

Qualified in one machine operation role. Holds Level 1-3 within that role.

Machine Operator - Level 2

All level 1 Requirements. Qualified in two machine operator roles. At minimum, holds Level 2 in both roles.

Machine Operator - Level 3

Qualified in three or more machine operator roles. At minimum, holds Level 3 in three or more roles.

Machine Operator - Lead

All Level 3 requirements. Provide floor support to production teams. Support Victaulic Safety initiatives as an area representative. Support Victaulic FEM initiatives as an area representative. Assist Production supervisor's day-to-day activities when needed. Balance production when required. Providing guidance / training to new machine operators. Reinforce knowledge / best practices to machine operators. Track training and reinforcement efforts. Weekly touchpoints with employees and observat

Company Overview

Victaulic is a leader in pipe joining solutions, with over 5,500 employees involved in some of the most prestigious construction projects worldwide. From the Hoover Dam to Bird's Nest National Olympic Stadium in Beijing, Victaulic is there - increasing stability and sustainability wherever we go. While working for a fast-growing global leader is attractive, most Victaulic employees feel our best attributes are what we do for our people. This means doing things like building from within, sticking to our word, taking care of each other, and doing the right thing even when no one is watching. This blend of extraordinary opportunity and genuine caring is why so many people choose to build their lives and careers with us.