Machine Operator

White Cap Management LLC; Sumner (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

White Cap Management LLC is seeking a Production Machine Operator responsible for setting up and operating production equipment according to established procedures. The role requires reading job specifications, performing pre-operation checks, and maintaining high-quality output with minimal waste.

The position emphasizes mechanical aptitude, problem solving, and teamwork to support continuous production and adherence to guidelines.

Qualifications

• Requires technical certification or an associate degree in a related field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read and interpret specs.

Responsibilities

• Operates production machinery following established procedures and guidelines.
• Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
• Performs pre-operation checks to ensure proper startup and operation.
• Develops understanding of the production process and maintenance of machine components and materials.
• Communicates with team members and support teams to maintain high-quality output with minimal waste.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team communication

Education

Technical certification or associate degree

Tools

Machine maintenance

Job description

A position at White Cap isn't your ordinary job. You'll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities.

The White Cap family is committed to Building Trust on Every Job. We do this by being deeply knowledgeable, fully capable, and always dependable, and our associates are the driving force behind this commitment.

Job Summary

Responsible for setting up and operating a production machine in strict accordance with established procedures and guidelines.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Operates production machinery following established procedures and guidelines.
• Reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
• Performs necessary pre-operation checks to ensure proper equipment startup and operation and also test them periodically.
• Develops a moderate understanding of the production process and maintenance of all machine components and raw materials, including source spool/wire, ovens, pulleys, application systems, wicks, plastic spools, and canisters.
• Communicates with team members and support teams to ensure continuous production of the correct product at high-quality levels with minimal wasted time and materials.

Nature and Scope

• May modify processes to resolve situations.
• Under limited supervision, relies on experience and exercises independent judgment to determine the best approach to achieve desired outcomes. Course of action is often determined by interpreting procedures and policies. Work typically involves periodic review of output by a supervisor or direct customers of the process.
• Is sought out and/or assigned to provide general guidance/direction, training, and technical assistance to junior level support personnel. Contributes to employees' professional development but does not have hiring/firing authority.

Work Environment

Typically located in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors that may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness, such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes.

Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting, and maneuvering material or equipment that may be heavy (50+ pounds) or awkward.

No travel required.

Education and Experience

Technical certification or associate degree may be required in some areas. Generally 5-7 years of experience in a related area of responsibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years' Maintenance/Job setting/Machine Tech experience.
• Previous experience in machine maintenance, or other related fields.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Proven analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.

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Pay Range

Washington law requires the posting of the salary range for advertised jobs. This range is determined based on market data and internal pay practices to establish a minimum and maximum value for a job. Individual base pay is determined based on a variety of elements including experience, skills, internal equity and other factors. For additional details on benefits, please review the full job description on White Cap Jobs