machine operator

Ameristaff; Ridgeway (VA); In loco; USD 25.000 - 36.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

AmeriStaff seeks an Assembly/Operator to set up, monitor, and operate production machinery. The role emphasizes precision in calibration, feeding materials, and maintaining logs to ensure efficient output.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, follow safety procedures, and communicate effectively with team members to meet daily production goals.

Competenze

• Proven ability to set up and operate production machinery.
• Strong attention to detail to inspect parts for defects.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and PPE usage.
• Ability to read production specs and adjust equipment accordingly.
• Good communication with team and supervisors.

Mansioni

• Set up machines for production, including calibration and cleaning.
• Control machine settings (speed, parameters) for optimal output.
• Feed materials into semi-automated equipment and monitor operations.
• Inspect finished parts for quality using basic measuring tools.
• Troubleshoot issues and perform basic repairs to minimize downtime.

Conoscenze

Attention to detail

Hand tools

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Team communication

Descrizione del lavoro

AmeriStaff is seeking for Assembly/Operators who will be responsible for setting up, maintaining, and operating machinery to ensure the continuous and efficient operation of production processes. This role involves monitoring equipment, inspecting products for quality, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining a safe work environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail and the ability to use hand tools with precision and efficiency.

Essential Functions

• Set up machines for production, including calibration, cleaning, and other necessary preparations.
• Control and adjust machine settings, such as speed and production parameters.
• Feed raw materials or parts into semi-automated machines.
• Inspect parts using precision measuring tools and equipment.
• Periodically test machine operations to ensure proper functionality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment or production issues that arise during the shift.
• Inspect finished products to identify machine-related errors, defects, or flaws.
• Maintain accurate records of approved and defective units or finished products.
• Complete and maintain production activity logs.
• Follow established safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Technical Capacity: Ability to operate machinery and use hand tools effectively.
• Ethical Conduct: Demonstrates honesty, accountability, and professionalism.
• Communication Proficiency: Communicates clearly with team members and supervisors.
• Results Driven: Focuses on productivity, quality, and meeting production goals.
• Initiative: Identifies issues and takes appropriate action to support efficient operations.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration. Noise levels in the work environment and production areas may be loud. Employees must follow all applicable safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described below are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Regularly required to talk and hear.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and climb throughout the workday.
• Frequently required to lift and/or move items weighing more than 75 pounds.
• Must possess the visual abilities necessary for the job, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Employees must be willing and able to work any one of the three available shifts. Specific shift assignments and schedules will be communicated by management.

Since 1985, AmeriStaff Employment & Staffing Solutions has been providing staffing support to companies throughout Virginia and North Carolina. AmeriStaff's first clients were mostly textile and furniture. From our beginnings in seasonal industrial staffing, we have expanded to include: healthcare, nursing, clerical, accounting, technical, direct hire and temp to hire, just to name a few. In addition to servicing a wide variety of clients, we have also provided tens of thousands of job seekers with employment opportunities. AmeriStaff has 8 locations servicing Virginia and North Carolina. Our service areas in Virginia include: South Boston, Halifax County, Mecklenburg, Chase City, Clarksville, Danville, Pittsylvania County, Chatham, Martinsville, Henry County, Rocky Mount, Franklin County, Stuart, Patrick County. In North Carolina, we service: Eden, Reidsville, Rockingham County, Stoneville, Madison, Greensboro, High Point, Yanceyville, Roxboro, Person County, Burlington, Mebane and surrounding areas.