Machine Operator- 1st Shift

Diamond Graphics; Ramsey (MN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid time off and holidays

Monthly staff appreciation events

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Ramsey, MN is seeking a Machine Operator to set up production lines and ensure job specifications are met. Responsibilities include reading job tickets, running quality checks, and adjusting machines as necessary. This full-time entry-level position offers a competitive hourly wage between $20-$26, along with great benefits and a collaborative environment. Candidates will be required to have a high school diploma and demonstrate some technical skills, especially in machine operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to work overtime and/or weekends as needed.
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Set up the production line and collaborate with the team.
• Read and understand job tickets.
• Perform quality checks to meet customer specifications.

Skills

Understanding of job database software

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Sufficient computer skills

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Machine adjustment skills

Previous print industry experience

Education

High school Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Why you will enjoy working with Diamond:

• Competitive weekly pay
• Great health benefits include Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, HSA and FSA options, a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, a 529 CollegeSavings Plan, and Life Benefits
• Employer contributions to an HSA
• A close-knit team environment
• Monthly staff appreciation drawings, quarterly staff lunches and annual holiday events
• Paid time off and holidays to promote a work-life balance
• A clean and safe working manufacturing environment
• Temperature and humidity-controlled environment
• Casual dress code, free company shirts
• Paid meal and rest breaks
• Volunteer overtime opportunities
• Referral bonuses

Job Summary:

The Machine Operator is responsible for setting up the production line, collaborating with the production line team, reading and understanding job tickets, and ensuring all jobs are processed properly. This position works Monday-Friday; 6:00am-2:00pm.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reads, understands, and accurately follows Job Ticket Instructions, completes job ticket paperwork and obtains proper approvals.
• Sets up and adjusts layouts to match data proofs, diagnose and troubleshoot errors and start up and shut down the production line; if changes are made ensure proper approvals are performed.
• Check machine for proper working order and make adjustments if machine is not functioning correctly; call Maintenance if needed.
• Verify job duties with production assistants; provide verbal instructions for tasks that need to be done differently, ensuring understanding of expectations.
• Ensure the product meets customer specifications and perform quality checks as needed.
• Communicate efficiently and effectively with teams and complete end of shift production reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High school Diploma or equivalent
• Previous print industry experience is a plus
• Sufficient computer skills to adjust machine according to product
• Understands job database software
• Ability to navigate through PC screens and menus
• Understanding of the delivery system equipment including: belts, timing, sensors, vacuums, and shingling
• Has knowledge and understanding of Version Camera position and font training, Print Camera positioning and font training and Cognex Label Camera positioning and training
• Ability to work over-time and/or weekends as needed
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening
• Ability to follow and communicate written and verbal instructions
• Ability to lift, push, pull up to 50 lbs. regularly throughout shift
• Ability to move and position self to operate on, under and around machines
• Inserter Operator or a Folder Gluer experience is a plus

Compensation details:

20-26 Hourly Wage

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Manufacturing

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