Machine Operator

Zebra Technologies; Greenville (WI); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Zebra Technologies in Wisconsin is seeking a Lead Machine Operator to serve as the SME for high-precision color press and automated turret systems. You will own complex setups, ink formulations, and equipment troubleshooting, mentoring fellow operators and driving improvement projects.

You will collaborate with production supervisors, ensure safety and quality standards, interpret job documents, and help optimize workflows to meet productivity goals in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Formación

• Minimum education: High school diploma or GED.
• Equivalency considered; equivalent work experience.
• 4+ years of relevant experience.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as a SME for the assigned work area, training employees and guiding others.
• Operate and understand all machines, including ink mixing and color matching.
• Perform ISO-compliant quality tests on presses and ancillary equipment.
• Interpret job documents and train others on operations.
• Set up machines efficiently and within expected timeframes.
• Lead continuous-improvement initiatives and prioritize workloads with supervisors.

Conocimientos

Teamwork

Press operation

Color matching

Quality testing

Training others

Safety compliance

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Equivalent work experience

Herramientas

Narrow web flex presses

Descripción del empleo

Are you a master press operator looking to take your technical skills to the next level? We are seeking a Lead Machine Operator to serve as our floor subject matter expert across high-precision color press and automated turret systems. In this critical technical leadership role, you will take end-to-end ownership of complex machine setups, custom ink formulations, and equipment troubleshooting. Working alongside production supervisors, you will mentor fellow operators and lead strategic continuous-improvement initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the assigned work area ; training employees, resolving novel problems, and providing guidance
• Act as a role model by consistently demonstrating company values
• Operate and understand the full functions of all machines, including ink mixing and color matching
• Perform ISO-compliant quality tests on machines, including color presses and ancillary equipment
• Interpret job documents accurately and assist other operators in understanding and applying them
• Train new and existing press operators on converting operations and advanced press functions
• Perform non-routine and complex tasks with minimal supervision, exercising sound judgment
• Set up machines efficiently and within expected timeframes
• Resolve moderately complex issues by collaborating with internal stakeholders
• Follow all safety regulations, including proper use of PPE, and adhere to productivity standards
• Build positive working relationships within the team and immediate department
• Support supervisors in prioritizing workloads, assigning tasks, and aligning resources with business goals

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Skilled in operating press, converting, and finishing equipment such as die cutting, laminating, and slitting
• Hands-on experience with narrow web flex presses
• Clear and effective communication with team members, supervisors, and stakeholders
• Strong ability to guide and support team members in developing their technical skills

Minimum Education or Equivalent:

• High school diploma or GED
• Equivalent work experience will be considered.

Minimum Work Experience:

• 4+ years of relevant work experience