Machine Operator 1

Creation Technologies; Village of Newark (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Creation Technologies in New York seeks a Machine Operator 1 to independently operate SMT, Wave, and Conformal Coating equipment following standard procedures. You will ensure reliable output, resolve routine issues, and maintain quality while minimizing waste.

This role suits candidates with 1–2 years manufacturing experience and a high school diploma. Join a team focused on safe, efficient production in a clean work environment with opportunities for growth and skills development.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of machine operation and production processes.
• Basic machine operational knowledge and ability to escal(ate).
• Understanding of standard procedures and quality requirements.

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.

Skills

Operation knowledge

Production processes

Quality requirements

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 include, but not limited to:

• 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 And Required Experience

• 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 escal
• Understanding of standard procedures and quality requirements.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS

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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.