Machine Operator

Atlas Roofing Corporation; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Molded Products in Kansas City, KS is seeking a Machine Operator to operate manufacturing equipment and maintain product quality across shifts. You will verify setups, run production, monitor lines, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

The role involves training new hires, keeping logs, and assisting with everyday housekeeping and packaging tasks to support efficient line operation.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English, written and spoken (preferred).
• Must be able to perform simple math and use basic handheld measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment per procedures to ensure product quality.
• Verify equipment setup prior to production runs and operate/shut down machinery.
• Monitor production, report malfunctions, and assist with routine cleaning.
• Troubleshoot and adjust equipment settings as needed.
• Train new employees and maintain accurate work logs and reports.
• Bundle, wrap, label, and ship materials per production instructions.

Skills

Fluent English

Math & measuring tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Atlas Molded Products is seeking a Machine Operator for the Kansas City, KS Shape facility.

Position Summary

Responsible for operating equipment in accordance with procedures to ensure optimum product quality.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Other Duties As Assigned)

• General understanding of the manufacturing processes, quality standards, equipment operations, safety requirements and departmental procedures.
• May operate equipment such as, but not limited to, the Pre-Expander, Mold, Lamination Line, Block – Auto Line, etc.
• Verify equipment set-up prior to start of a production run, operates and shuts down manufacturing equipment.
• Verifies order information and produces part(s) with the correct material, density, weight, size, and/or shape within quality tolerance to meet specific job requirements while meeting productivity standards.
• Monitors equipment and reports malfunctions to supervisor; assist with routine cleaning.
• Troubleshoot and make adjustments to equipment settings
• Responsible for training new employees
• Maintains proper work logs and completes required reports as necessary.
• Bundles, wraps, stacks, packs, assembles and/or labels materials per specific production instructions.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Performs any other functions and responsibilities as assigned.
• Must be trained and familiar with general safety.
• Must be trained and familiar with Quality System Awareness.
• Must be verified by supervisor to be able to sign off on procedures needed to fulfill job requirements within 2 months of hire.
• Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance is required.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing / industrial environment preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Fluent in the English language, both written and spoken, preferred.
• Must be able to use simple math and use basic hand-held measuring tools.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Light to moderate physical effort required including sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, squatting, climbing steps or ladders, grasping, fine and course manipulation, reaching both forward and above head level, and tolerant of temperature changes for the entire shift.
• Must be able to push, pull and/or lift up to 50 pounds; and safely operate assigned machinery.

Other

• The duties of this job may vary slightly across divisions and locations. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description has been prepared to inform you of Atlas Molded Products’ job requirement expectations. The company at its option may change, delete, suspend or discontinue any part or parts of this job description at any time.