Machine Operator

Matthews International; York (York County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator to join its dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and operating production machinery, ensuring quality control, and maintaining equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude, experience in machine operation, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. This position offers a competitive starting salary with additional shift differentials, and the chance to contribute to an innovative and collaborative work environment. If you have a passion for machinery and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of machine operating experience or equivalent education.
• Ability to use hand tools and basic power tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setup, calibration, and operation of machines.
• Inspect machine operations and finished products for quality.
• Maintain stock of materials and machine parts.

Skills

Machine Operating

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office Suite

Forklifts

Welding Equipment

Cutting Torch

Job description

STARTING SALARY - $20 PER HOUR + $1.00 PER HOUR SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL

The Machine Operator assists with the setup, calibration, and operation of machines used in production processes. This role inspects machine operations and finished product against specified tolerances using precision measuring tools and determines and corrects minor machine malfunctions.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Unloads parts and inspects for quality and performs equipment set-up.
2. Operates various equipment to meet production and business needs.
3. Maintains stock of material and machine parts for equipment.
4. Determine parts to be manufactured based upon production orders and stock.
5. Observes and maintains machines operation to detect defects or malfunctions.
6. Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

1. High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
2. 3+ years of previous machine operating experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
3. Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.
4. Basic degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.
5. Basic analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills.
6. Basic verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).
7. Basic understanding and application of mathematical concepts.
8. Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients.
9. Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
10. Ability to work with and influence peers and management.
11. Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.
12. Possess a mechanical aptitude; ability to use a large variety of hand tools and basic knowledge of power tools, forklifts, welding equipment, and cutting torch.
13. Ability to work overtime as necessary.

PHYSICAL ASPECTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

1. Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk, hear and see.
2. Regularly/Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
3. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
4. Regularly/Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold & heat, risk of electrical shock, and toxic or caustic chemicals.
5. The noise level in the work environment may be high.

* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

At Matthews International, what makes us different is what makes us great. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Matthews International affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

Matthews International endeavors to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, Matthews International provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our Human Resource Team.

Nearest Major Market: York PA
Nearest Secondary Market: Lancaster