Machine Operator 1

Creation Technologies International Inc; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Creation Technologies International Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator 1 in Rochester, NY. The role involves independently operating SMT, Wave, Conformal Coating, or related equipment following standard procedures to ensure reliable production output and quality.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and 1–2 years of manufacturing experience operating similar equipment. The position requires good communication with the team and adherence to quality requirements.

Qualifications

• Basic machine operation knowledge and ability to escalate issues appropriately.
• Understanding of standard procedures and quality requirements.
• Experience operating equipment in manufacturing settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate SMT, Wave, Conformal Coating, or related equipment following standard procedures to meet production requirements.
• Perform basic machine functions independently to maintain consistent output and quality.
• Resolve routine operational issues to minimize downtime and production disruption.
• Communicate operational issues clearly to team members and the Team Leader.
• Provide input on day-to-day machine operations to support workflow efficiency.
• Perform basic machine maintenance tasks to support reliable operation.
• Minimize waste during machine operation to protect materials and production efficiency.

Skills

Machine operation

Production processes

Escalation handling

Standard procedures

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. The Machine Operator 1 independently operates SMT, Wave, Conformal Coating, or related equipment following standard procedures. This role focuses on reliable machine operation, routine issue resolution, and maintaining machine output and quality.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate SMT, Wave, Conformal Coating, or related equipment following standard procedures to meet production requirements.
• Perform basic machine functions independently to maintain consistent output and quality.
• Resolve routine operational issues to minimize downtime and production disruption.
• Communicate operational issues clearly to team members and the Team Leader.
• Provide input on day-to-day machine operations to support workflow efficiency.
• Perform basic machine maintenance tasks to support reliable operation.
• Minimize waste during machine operation to protect materials and production efficiency.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School diploma or equivalent
Experience: 1 to 2 years of manufacturing experience operating equipment such as SMT, Wave, or Conformal Coating.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Working knowledge of machine operation and production processes.
• Basic machine operational knowledge and ability to escalation issues appropriately.
• Understanding of standard procedures and quality requirements.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS

PHYSICAL AND/OR MENTAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel office equipment, objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk; reach with hands and arms; and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and identification, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential and non-essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The working environment is generally clean; however, this position may be exposed to occasional dust, metals/solder occasional exposure to high noise levels from operating machines or physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts. The employee must wear designated PPE and/or electrostatic dissipative protection where required. Otherwise, attire consistent with the site specific guidelines is appropriate.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! Creation Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you require any accommodations to complete the application process or need the job posting in an alternative format, please email [e-mail]. You will be connected with our Talent Acquisition team. If you are contacted regarding the position, please inform our Talent Acquisition team of any accommodations you may need during the recruiting process. All information related to accommodation requests will be handled confidentially.

Canada: Title for the position will be in accordance with applicable national and local laws.

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Creation fosters a community of commitment, comradery, integrity, and inclusion. At our core, we know it’s our people who make us a leading Global Electronic Manufacturing Services provider. That’s why Creation genuinely invests in our people, instilling family like values and a diverse, dynamic, and rewarding work environment where people learn, work, and grow together. Creation truly cares, inspiring employees to grow, develop and advance their careers. At Creation, we pride ourselves in our people, our culture, and our corporate purpose, it’s rooted in everything that we do.