Machine Operator 1st Shift

Emerson Electric Co; Sandusky (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson Electric Co in Sandusky, MI seeks a Machine Operator to set up and operate conventional equipment, producing high-quality components in a fast-paced environment. You will read basic blueprints, perform shop math, calibrate parts, and ensure safety and efficiency on the shop floor.

The role involves changing tools and fixtures, handling oils and chemicals as needed, and maintaining production standards while working with a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or 2 years of related experience.
• Ability to read basic blueprints and perform shop math.
• Operate conventional equipment and perform precision machine work.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping standards while producing quality parts.
• Prepare and change tools, fixtures, and test setups as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate conventional equipment to produce high-quality components.
• Perform basic blueprint reading and shop math to ensure tolerances.
• Test and calibrate components to meet specifications.
• Operate fabrication equipment in areas such as grinding, honing, lathes, mills, and heat treat.
• Use appropriate oils and chemicals in machine operations and maintain cleanliness.
• Identify parts that fail tests or tolerances and repair as necessary.
• Changeover tools, fixtures, and test setups as required.
• Adhere to safety procedures and report hazards.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Machine operation

Quality control

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

At Emerson, we are driven by precision, quality, and continuous improvement. We are seeking a Machine Operator to join our team in Sandusky, where you will play a critical role in supporting our manufacturing operations. In this position, you will set up and operate conventional equipment to produce high-quality components while ensuring efficiency, safety, and adherence to production standards in a fast-paced environment.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Precision machine operating responsibilities.
• Basic blueprint reading and shop math.
• Test and calibrate components and mechanisms to meet tolerances and product specifications.
• The use and operation of fabrication equipment in work centers such as grinding, honing, passivation, assembly and test, lathes, mills, and heat treat.
• Ability to use various oils and chemicals for some machine operations.
• Identifies product that fail tests or tolerance levels and may repair as necessary.
• Perform changeover of tools, fixtures and test setups.
• Observe established safe working, housekeeping procedures and promptly correct and / or notify supervisor of any hazardous situations.
• All supplemental duties, responsibilities, or non-essential requirements as assigned.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• High school diploma/GED or 2 years of experience required.
• No experience required with high school diploma/GED; Between 1 - 3 years of experience is preferred.
• Ability to produce a quality part at a productive rate.
• Work in a fast-paced environment.
• Teamwork.
• While performing duties may be required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, bend, twist or lift.
• May be required to work more than 8 hours in a day or 40 hours in a week based on departmental needs.
• Office and manufacturing environment.
• May be exposed to manufacturing plant conditions and elements including but not limited to noise, dust, dirt, oil, and grease.
• PPE's may be required including safety glasses, ear plugs and safety shoes in specified areas of the plant.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Ability to utilize mechanical/manufacturing standards of practice for both manufacturing and assembly of components to obtain a defect-free part for shipment to customers.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.