Machine Operator

Nidec Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Corporation in North America is seeking a skilled Machine Operator III to operate and monitor sophisticated production equipment, ensuring safe, high‑quality output. You will troubleshoot, perform routine maintenance tasks, and support ongoing improvement initiatives within a team environment.

The role requires strong mechanical skills, the ability to work with limited supervision, and dedication to safety and quality standards on the production line in Arkansas.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of machine operation and production processes.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to follow complex work instructions and procedures.
• Attention to detail and strong quality awareness.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Dependability and commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Operate complex production machines safely and efficiently.
• Set up, start, adjust, and monitor equipment to meet targets.
• Perform changeovers and parameter adjustments as trained.
• Monitor quality, identify deviations, and take corrective action.
• Clear jams, address alarms, and coordinate with maintenance.
• Follow safety rules, PPE, lockout/tagout, and environmental policies.
• Provide guidance to junior operators and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Advanced machine operation

Troubleshooting

Quality awareness

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

## Machine OperatorApply: North America/USA/Arkansas/Mena, AR: Full time: Posted Today: R0017326We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.**Job Summary**The Machine Operator III is a senior production role responsible for independently operating, monitoring, and adjusting manufacturing or processing equipment to ensure safe, high‐quality, and efficient production. This position applies advanced machine operation knowledge, troubleshooting capability, and strong quality awareness to resolve non‐routine issues and maintain consistent output. Working under limited supervision, the Machine Operator III has a direct impact on production stability, equipment performance, and quality results and may provide guidance to less experienced operators.**Job Description**Role Overview The Machine Operator III serves as an experienced contributor within manufacturing operations, often assigned to more complex equipment, product variants, or critical process steps. Compared to intermediate roles, this position operates with significant autonomy, performs routine troubleshooting and adjustments, and supports continuous improvement efforts. The role works closely with maintenance, technicians, quality, and supervision to ensure production goals, safety standards, and quality requirements are met. The position typically reports to a Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, or Team Lead. Key Responsibilities Advanced Machine Operation & Production Execution Independently operate complex production machines or integrated equipment cells Set up, start, adjust, and monitor equipment to meet production and quality requirements Perform machine changeovers, parameter adjustments, or tool changes as trained Consistently meet or exceed productivity, efficiency, and output targets Quality Monitoring & Process Control Perform detailed visual and basic functional inspections of produced parts Monitor process parameters and identify trends or deviations affecting quality Take corrective action for routine quality or process issues within authority Ensure compliance with quality standards, documentation, and traceability requirements Equipment Care & Troubleshooting Perform routine and intermediate machine adjustments and troubleshooting Clear jams, address alarms, and resolve common mechanical or process issues Conduct routine checks, cleaning, and preventive maintenance tasks as assigned Coordinate with maintenance or technical teams for complex repairs or recurring issues Safety, Compliance & Operational Discipline Strictly follow safety rules, PPE requirements, and lockout/tagout awareness practices Promote safe work practices and identify potential hazards or risks Ensure compliance with environmental, quality, and operational policies Report incidents, near misses, or equipment hazards promptly Team Support & Continuous Improvement Provide informal guidance, coaching, or assistance to Machine Operator I–II roles Share best practices for machine operation, quality, and efficiency Support cross‐training and skill development within the team Participate in continuous improvement, kaizen, or standard work initiatives Scope & Impact Significant impact at the production line, cell, or equipment level Work includes non‐routine issues requiring independent judgment and technical skill Errors may affect quality, throughput, or equipment reliability if not addressed promptly Contributes directly to production efficiency, safety performance, and quality consistency Qualifications Education & Experience No formal education required Significant experience operating manufacturing or processing equipment preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Advanced working knowledge of machine operation and production processes Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills Ability to independently follow complex work instructions and operating procedures Attention to detail and strong quality awareness Effective communication and teamwork skills Dependability and commitment to safety and continuous improvement**Additional Job Details**Support & Production – S3 Organizational Impact • Works to deliver day-to-day objectives with direct impact on achievement of results for the team • Work consists of tasks that are occasionally not routine • Works independently under moderate supervision • May be required to apply discretion within broad operational boundaries and procedures Communication & Influence • Communicates with contacts typically within the team on matters that involve obtaining or providing information on matters of moderate importance to the team • Explains practices, procedures, and policies in order to reach agreement Innovation & Complexity • Responsible for making minor changes in systems and processes to solve problems or improve effectiveness of team • May propose solutions to problems for manager review • Daily challenges are difficult but not complex, and may require some analysis to understand and resolve Leadership & Talent Management • Responsible for providing guidance, coaching, and training to other employees within team Knowledge & Experience • Requires broad knowledge of operational systems and practices typically obtained through work experience or education • Requires a minimum of 5 years of experience. May require vocational or technical education