Machine Operator - 1st Shift

msiexpress; Portage (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

MSI Express Inc. in Portage, IN is seeking a Machine Operator to perform maintenance, development and operations tasks supporting efficient production. The role involves monitoring and maintaining warehouse equipment and machinery on the line.

You will follow quality specs, work to meet production targets, and assist with line setup and clean-up while adhering to safety policies. This position emphasizes safety, accuracy and teamwork in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Stand, walk, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Understand quality specifications for machinery.
• Operate line with production efficiency goals.
• Report equipment malfunctions immediately.
• Follow safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production machinery.
• Maintain machinery and perform basic maintenance.
• Stock materials and assist line setup.
• Follow safety and quality standards.
• Identify and report equipment issues.
• Assist with cleanup and line troubleshooting.

Skills

Overtime flexibility

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Read specifications

Computer literacy

Lifting 50 lbs

Job description

Job Description

ROLE PURPOSE/ POSITION SUMMARY

The Machine Operator is responsible to complete a variety of maintenance, development and operations tasks that promote the efficient production of MSI Express Inc. Their duties and responsibilities often include: Monitoring and maintaining warehouse equipment and machinery.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required
• The operator is responsible to understand all quality specifications associated with the machinery and operate the machinery or equipment in compliance with those standards
• The operator is responsible to operate the machinery or equipment at speeds sufficient to accomplish the production efficiency goals set by the supervisor
• The operator is responsible to recognize when the equipment is malfunctioning or operating at substandard speeds and immediately inform the supervisor
• The operator is responsible to ensure that all raw materials required to operate the machinery or equipment are of the specified part number prior to being installed on the equipment
• The operator is required to perform basic maintenance on the machinery or equipment to which they are assigned
• The operator is required to assist in the cleanup and / or the setup of the line by stocking, reworking, troubleshooting and any other duties that will be required to keep the line functioning
• Follow all company policies including but not limited to general manufacturing and safety practices
• This position has responsibility for Food Safety and Quality within their influence. The associate in this job has the responsibility to report, in a timely manner, Food Safety and Quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action on those problems
• Perform any other duties as instructed by management

QUALIFICATIONS/ CAPABILITY PROFILE

• Minimum Qualifications/Skills
• To work overtime as needed
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, stoop, reach, stretch, step, climb and/or sit frequently or through the duration of the shift
• Have appropriate eye, hand and foot coordination to properly execute position
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to identify different written forms, box labels and bottle codes
• Ability to operate computer equipment for the line operation

Working Conditions

• The work involves risks or discomforts, e.g. working around moving parts and equipment, which require some safety precautions and/or the use of protective safety equipment
• May be exposed to hazardous materials
• Moving mechanical parts
• Noise levels that require the use of hearing protection
• Temperature and humidity swings
• Fumes associated with forklifts
• Oil and grease used on machine parts for lubrication
• Frequent moisture during the cleaning process of production area
• Smells/Odors associated with the product and equipment maintenance including chemicals used during cleaning process and cleanup and non-t
• Dust associated with corrugate boxes
• Dust and wood fiber associated with wooden pallets
• Allergen's related to any food products related to product which may be in production
• Must wear personal protective equipment as required within your facility in the appropriate designated areas
• Must require compliance with OSHA regulations or MSDS standards

MSI Express is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.