Machine Operator

Nashville Display Manufacturing Company; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Weekly pay

Attendance bonus

Job summary

Nashville Display in Lebanon, TN is seeking a Machine Operator to run and set up production equipment while expanding your skills in a hands-on environment. You’ll read measurements, use wrenches and basic hand tools, and grow into more responsible roles as you progress.

Starting wage is $18–$20/hour, rising to $22/hour after training, with time-and-a-half overtime and weekly pay. Benefits include health, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, PTO, holidays, and attendance bonus.

Qualifications

• Experience in a hands-on environment using tools and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately.
• Experience using wrenches and basic hand tools.
• Read blueprints and position components to spec.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery and monitor equipment.
• Set up machines for production runs and perform changeovers.
• Use wrenches and hand tools to adjust equipment.
• Read blueprints and take measurements for positioning.
• Adjust machine settings to production requirements.
• Perform basic machine programming with measurements.
• Troubleshoot minor issues to keep equipment running.
• Prepare finished parts for the next production stage.
• Maintain an active, hands-on presence around equipment.
• Learn additional machine setup responsibilities as training progresses.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Tape measure reading

Wrench usage

Basic hand tools

Blueprint reading

Job description

Turn your mechanical skills into a long-term career with the potential to earn up to $60,000 a year with overtime while continuing to build your skills. Get hands-on training, take on more responsibility as you grow, and put your abilities to work with a stable manufacturer where your earning potential can grow with your experience.

Bring your experience working in a hands-on environment using tools, mechanical aptitude, ability to read a tape measure accurately, and experience using wrenches and basic hand tools to a Machine Operator role where you’ll learn to operate and set up production equipment while expanding your skills and capabilities.

Why should you join Nashville Display: in Lebanon, TN:

• Grow Your Skills & Your Pay: Start at $18–$20/hour and earn up to $22/hour once fully trained, with time-and-a-half overtime to boost your paycheck even more. Saturday overtime opportunities are regularly available but not mandatory, giving you the opportunity to earn more.
• Hands-On Training & Career Growth: Learn the equipment from the ground up, starting with machine operation before developing the skills to perform setups, changeovers, and mechanical adjustments.
• Put Your Mechanical Skills to Work: This is a hands-on role where you’ll use wrenches and basic hand tools, read measurements, make adjustments, and keep production equipment running.
• Outstanding Benefits & Weekly Pay: Enjoy health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, paid holidays, and weekly pay.
• Attendance Bonus Available: Earn an additional $1/hour for maintaining perfect attendance throughout your scheduled workweek.
• Join a Stable Family-Owned Manufacturer: Build a long-term career with a company known for investing in employees, promoting from within, and manufacturing excellence since 1950.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate production machinery and monitor equipment to maintain efficient production.
• Set up machines for production runs, including breaking down previous setups and completing changeovers for new jobs.
• Use wrenches, screwdrivers, Allen wrenches, and other basic hand tools to make mechanical adjustments and machine setups.
• Read blueprints and use measurements to properly position and adjust machine components.
• Adjust machine settings, distances, lengths, and other specifications based on production requirements.
• Perform basic machine programming by entering required measurements and settings.
• Make adjustments and troubleshoot minor issues to keep equipment operating properly.
• Remove finished parts and materials from machines and prepare them for the next stage of production.
• Maintain an active, hands-on presence around the equipment throughout the production process.
• Learn additional machine setup and operating responsibilities as training and experience progress.

About the Company:

Founded in 1950, Nashville Display is a third-generation, family-owned manufacturer specializing in custom store fixtures, point-of-purchase displays, and in-store signage. With more than 1.5 million square feet of manufacturing and warehouse space across the Southeast, the company is known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and American-made manufacturing. Nashville Display continues to invest in advanced technology, automation, and robotics while fostering long-term career growth for its employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual’s race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.