Machine Operator

ADP, Inc.; Ossian (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

ADP, Inc. in Ossian, Indiana seeks a Machine Operator to operate and maintain injection molding equipment. You will monitor machine performance, perform routine inspections, and address issues to keep production moving safely and efficiently.

The role requires reading and following instructions, basic math, and the ability to stand for long periods while performing repetitive tasks. You will keep a clean work area, record produced units, and collaborate with team members to meet daily targets.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Able to read, write, basic math and understand English.
• Capable of following directions and working in a team.
• Able to read and interpret instructions, operate machinery and inspect parts.
• Must understand and translate job-related documentation.
• Detail-oriented with basic maintenance awareness.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor machines to ensure proper function.
• Monitor quality of output to meet specifications and standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow safety/hygiene standards.
• Follow established safety procedures and PPE usage.
• Collaborate with team and management to meet production goals.
• Keep records of approved and defective units.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading & writing

Basic math

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Attention to detail

Tools

Injection molding machinery

Job description

Job Summary:The Machine Operator will be responsible for operating and maintaining injection molding machinery used in the production process. This role involves ensuring that machines are running efficiently, performing routine inspections, and addressing any issues that may arise during operation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor machines and equipment to ensure they are functioning correctly.
• Monitorthequalityofoutputtoensureitmeetsspecificationsandstandards.
• Maintainacleanandorganizedwork area,adheringtosafetyandhygiene standards.
• Followestablishedsafetyproceduresandprotocolstoensureasafeworking environment.
• Collaboratewithteammembersandmanagementtoachieveproductiongoalsand address any operational challenges.
• Keeprecordsofapprovedanddefectiveunitsorfinal products.
• Performotherrelateddutiesasassigned.

Requirements of Job:

• Mustbeatleast 18yearsofage.
• Must be able to read, write, basic math knowledge, and understand English.
• Demonstratedabilitytofollowdirectionsaccuratelyandworkcollaborativelywithina team environment.
• Proficiencyinreadingandinterpretinginstructions,operatingmachinery,andinspecting produced parts.
• Capabilitytounderstandandtranslatejob-related documentationeffectively.
• Strongattentiontodetailtoidentifyandaddressbasicmaintenanceneeds,product defects, and operational issues.
• Comprehensive understanding of production procedures and best practices.
• Abilitytoworkforextendedperiodswhilestandingandperformingrepetitivetasks, including bending and stooping.
• Capacitytoadheretosafetyprotocolsandusepersonalprotectiveequipment(PPE)as required in warehouse and production settings.
• Physical ability to lift up to 40 pounds as needed.