Machine Operator 1st Shift New Fremont, CA

OBE; Fremont, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

PTO & floating holidays

Performance-based raises and bonuses

Training and development

Job summary

OBE in Fremont, CA is seeking a manufacturing operator to support glass processing and production. You will verify quality, operate equipment, and move materials while ensuring accurate production records and adherence to TPS practices.

The role requires strong math, computer literacy, and communication skills, with the ability to work with a team, manage time effectively, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives. On-site, with potential for overtime.

Qualifications

• Reliable work history in a manufacturing environment.
• Good math and computer interface skills.
• Good communication and organization skills.
• Strong interpretation and decision-making skills.
• Good time management; plan ahead and finish tasks.
• Stable personality to assist in training employees and direct coworkers with respect.

Responsibilities

• Verify process output is within specified quality limits and adjust or report when outside limits.
• Executes, interprets, records, and responds to inspections and test results.
• Isolate and/or reject materials out of specification.
• Ensure all transactions (production, rejects, inventory, work hours) are accurately recorded.
• Assist in shift preparation, direct personnel, and hand-off at end of shift.
• Ensure all process equipment is controlled and maintained to standards.
• Participate in Toyota Production System (TPS) activities.
• Move materials (glass) using vacuum lift assist equipment and carts to support production.

Skills

Math skills

Computer literacy

Communication

Organization

Decision making

Time management

Team leadership

Attendance

Job description

From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. You can see some of our favorite projects here .

Start your journey with OBE and help us build the future.

What You'll Get to Do

Job responsibilities include:

• Verify process output is within specified quality limits and make adjustments and/or communicate when outside allowable limits.
• Executes, interprets, records, and properly responds to inspections and test results.
• Responsible for isolating and/or rejecting materials out of specification.
• Assures transactions (i.e. production, rejects, inventory, work hours, etc.) are accurately recorded.
• Assists in shift preparation, directing personnel, and shut-down or hand-off at end of shift.
• Ensure all process equipment is controlled and maintained to accepted standards.
• Actively participate in the Toyota Production System (TPS) activities.
• Moving materials (primarily glass) using vacuum lift assist equipment, manually lifting, and moving mobile carts from one position/location to another to facilitate the production process
• Understanding the schedule and the inventory requirements to keep production on schedule
• Performing preventative maintenance activities on equipment, such as cleaning and inspecting
• Understanding and applying inspection procedures and tolerances to pass or reject materials and/or products

What We’re Looking For

• Excellent work history in a manufacturing environment.
• Good math and computer interface skills.
• Good communication and organization skills.
• Strong interpretation and decision-making skills
• Good time management skills; able to think ahead while completing tasks at hand.
• Stable personality to assist in training employees and confidently direct co-workers with respect.
• Punctual and excellent attendance
• Be available for overtime and emergency work

What OBEOffers You

• Benefits that benefit you – industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee
• Work-life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose
• Compensation that rewards your hard work – A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses
• Training – We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed

OBE will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing, disclosing, or inquiring about their own or others' pay.