Machine Operator 1st Shift

Filtration Group; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Family leave

Health and wellness benefits

Training and development opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Job summary

Filtration Group is hiring a Manufacturing Operator in Wisconsin. The role requires operating machinery across multiple departments, maintaining safety, and meeting production goals. You will train others, adapt to demand shifts, and ensure quality standards are met.

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., use tools and PLC-based machinery. Overtime may be required. Competitive benefits are provided and a strong, inclusive workplace culture is emphasized.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to operate in three or more departments on critical equipment.
• Knowledge of company products and procedures.
• Customer focused with a strong attention to detail.
• Able to work overtime on short notice.
• Able to reach, bend, lift (up to 50 lbs.), twist, squat, push and pull.
• Good manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination.

Responsibilities

• Operate one or more pieces of machinery across multiple departments.
• Perform operations efficiently and safely with minimal supervision.
• Monitor production to assure quality standards are met.
• Able to train new operators.
• Shift between departments based on demand fluctuations in critical positions.
• Assist Line Lead and Group Lead to ensure production schedule compliance.
• Provide coverage in the absence of Line Leads and Group Leads for supervisory tasks when necessary.
• Start and stop machines per specifications at standard efficiency.
• Perform setup duties and minor equipment adjustments with Maintenance.
• Report any deviation from quality, production, or safety standards to supervisor.
• Monitor raw material usage and report excessive loss.
• Document daily production as required.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area and keep equipment clean.
• Follow all company rules and department policies.
• Perform other duties in other departments as required.
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds overhead.
• Must be able to use hand tools, power tools and high pressure washer.
• Must be able to learn to operate machinery via PLC interface.

Skills

Operate across multiple departments

Attention to detail

Customer-focused

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PLC interface

Job description

Overview

Filtration Group - Finishing is a leading manufacturer and distributor of OEM and replacement air filters, paint arrestors, overspray collectors, accessories and maintenance supplies for automotive and industrial paint spray booths as well as a diverse range of commercial and industrial HVAC applications. These products protect the environment, as well as improve the quality of the air that we breathe. We want you to join our team!

Responsibilities

About the Role:

Position Summary:

• Primary duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Operate one or more pieces of machinery across multiple departments.
• Perform operations efficiently and safely with minimal supervision.
• Monitor production to assure quality standards are met.
• Able to train new operators.
• Be able to shift between departments based on demand fluctuations in critical positions.
• Assist the Line Lead and Group Lead with ensuring the department follows the production schedule
• Provide coverage in the absence of Line Leads and Group Leads for supervisory responsibilities when necessary
• Start and stop machine at specified intervals. Operate machine(s) per specifications at standard efficiency.
• Perform set-up duties and make minor equipment adjustments as agreed upon with Maintenance.
• Immediately stops malfunctioning equipment and notifies supervisor or mechanic that repairs or adjustments are necessary.
• Report to supervisor any situation where the operation deviates from acceptable quality, production or safety standards.
• Monitor raw material usage and report excessive loss to the supervisor
• Document daily production, as required.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area and keep equipment cleaned at all times.
• Follow all company rules and regulations, per the Employee Handbook or department policy.
• Perform other duties and work in other departments as required.
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds overhead
• Must be able to use hand tools, power tools and high pressure washer
• Must be able to learn to operate machinery via PLC interface

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

Benefits:

• Family leave
• Health and wellness benefits
• Health insurance
• Training and development opportunities
• Inclusive and engaged workplace culture

Qualifications

Skills and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to operate in three or more departments on critical equipment
• Knowledge of company products and procedures.
• Customer focused with a strong attention to detail.
• Able to work overtime on short notice.
• Able to reach, bend, lift (up to 50 lbs.), twist, squat, push and pull.
• Good manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination.