Machine Operator: 1st Shift

Milliken Chemical; Salisbury (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing leader is seeking a Machine Operator for their Salisbury, MD facility. This entry-level position involves following production schedules, operating machinery, and ensuring quality standards. Ideal candidates should possess a high school degree and mechanical skills, with an opportunity for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three months directly related experience.
• Ability to understand production schedules.
• Familiar with operating production machinery.

Responsibilities

• Follows written and verbal instructions to meet production schedule.
• Insure the accuracy of manufacturing data.
• Maintains monitoring of manufacturing equipment.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Communication

Ability to lift 60 lbs

Education

High School degree or equivalent training

Job description

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Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow's breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people's lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken's curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

Position: Machine Operator, 1st Shift/ Salisbury, MA

Position is considered: non-exempt

Position Reports to: Shift Production Manager

Number of Employees Reporting to this Position: 0

Qualifications For The Position

A High School degree or equivalent training. A minimum of three months directly related experience. Ability to understand production schedules. Familiar with the operation of production machinery. Good mechanical skills. Ability to communicate at all levels. Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.

Americans With Disabilities Act Requirements (ADA)

Mental: The ability to write, read, and calculate to the 8th grade level. Ability to understand and communicate ideas.

Physical: The ability to stand, walk, see, and hear, use of both hands, able to lift 60lbs.

Primary Responsibilities For This Position

Follows the written and verbal instructions of Supervisors to meet the requirements of the production schedule. Insure the accuracy of all manufacturing data related to finished goods production. Maintains a continual monitoring of assigned manufacturing equipment as to conformance to quality standards. Responsibility for meeting established production rates for assigned equipment. Responsible for cleanliness of work area. Responsible for minimizing scrap. Follows all safety and company policy requirements

Typical Training Period for Position: 4 weeks

Typical Duties of the Position

• Follows the requirements of assigned schedule to meet production demand.
• Sets up machinery based upon established specifications.
• Unloads and loads winders with material.
• Adjusts equipment to maintain proper quality standards.
• Cleans production area and assigned equipment.
• Notifies Supervisor of any problems.
• Completes projects and tasks as assigned.
• Advises the Production Manager on issues and improvements pertaining to areas of responsibility.
• Insures accuracy of information.
• Advises superior on issues regarding safety.
• Ensures the compliance of procedures to all company policies.
• Any other reasonably related duties as assigned by supervisor or other higher level managers.
  
  

Quantifiable measurements of this position

• Production volume.
• Quality of product processed.
• Cleanliness and physical condition of the assigned area.
• Attendance.
• Timeliness of completed schedules.
• Attendance at required meetings.
• Proper completion of projects.
• Proper and accurate paperwork.
• Compliance with all safety and company regulations for assigned area of responsibility.
  
  

Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie dectector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing and Production

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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