Machine Operator

County-Materials-Family-of-Companies; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

County Materials in Janesville, Wisconsin is seeking a Machine Operator to independently operate, monitor, and maintain manufacturing equipment for safe, efficient production. The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues to minimize downtime.

You will work with production leadership to meet quality standards and targets while helping maintain equipment reliability and workplace safety.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn, be trained, and take direction.
• Strong focus on safety and following procedures.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Basic math skills and ability to use simple measuring tools.
• Mechanical interest or hands-on experience is a plus, but not required.
• Forklift, crane, or equipment experience preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor manufacturing and production equipment to support daily output goals
• Assist with forming, assembling, or fabricating components according to production instructions or drawings
• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality, dimensional, and production standards
• Use basic math skills and measuring tools to verify product specifications
• Make routine machine adjustments and assist with basic troubleshooting as needed
• Perform simple preventative maintenance tasks to help keep equipment running safely and efficiently
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at all times
• Work closely with the Plant leadership and team members to meet production schedules
• Learn to safely perform fabrication tasks such as tack welding or torch operation, when required
• Learn to safely operate material-handling equipment such as forklifts or overhead cranes (training and certification provided if needed)
• Support general manufacturing and production tasks as assigned

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Safety consciousness

Basic math

Measuring tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Overhead crane

Tape measure

Job description

We’re hiring a Machine Operator to join County Materials in Janesville, Wisconsin

Job Summary:

The Machine Operator is responsible for independently operating, monitoring, and maintaining manufacturing equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues to minimize downtime. The Machine Operator works closely with production leadership to meet quality standards and production targets and plays an important role in maintaining equipment reliability and workplace safety.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor manufacturing and production equipment to support daily output goals
• Assist with forming, assembling, or fabricating components according to production instructions or drawings
• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality, dimensional, and production standards
• Use basic math skills and measuring tools (such as tape measures) to verify product specifications
• Make routine machine adjustments and assist with basic troubleshooting as needed
• Perform simple preventative maintenance tasks to help keep equipment running safely and efficiently
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at all times
• Work closely with the Plant leadership and team members to meet production schedules
• Learn to safely perform fabrication tasks such as tack welding or torch operation, when required
• Learn to safely operate material-handling equipment such as forklifts or overhead cranes (training and certification provided if needed)
• Support general manufacturing and production tasks as assigned

COUNTY Core Competencies:

The expected behaviors of all COUNTY team members that align with Our Values and Our Commitments:

• Integrity & Organizational Awareness
• Customer First Focus
• Results Driven Orientation
• Teamwork, Safety & Collaboration
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Creativity & Innovation

Job-Based Competencies:

• Production & Plant Operation Management
• Quality Control
• Machine Operation
• Material Handling
• Communication
• Conflict Resolution

Experience & Qualifications: (Required or Preferred)

• Willingness to learn, be trained, and take direction
• Strong focus on safety and following procedures
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Basic math skills and ability to use simple measuring tools
• Mechanical interest or hands-on experience (work, school, or hobbies) is a plus, but not required
• Forklift, crane, or equipment experience preferred, not required

Work Environment:

• Work may take place indoors and/or outdoors depending on production needs
• Exposure to typical manufacturing conditions, including noise, moving machinery, and industrial equipment
• Possible exposure to varying temperatures, including hot or cold conditions
• Occasional work in confined or limited-access spaces

Physical & Work Expectations:

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for most of the shift
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials weighing approximately 10-40 pounds
• Frequent bending, crouching, kneeling, squatting, climbing, and reaching (including overhead)
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks and work safely around machinery

Safety Equipment:

Required safety equipment: Steel toe or composite boots, hard hat, safety glasses, ear plugs, full length pants
Where and when used: Production plant a