Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Hana Technologies Inc.; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hana Technologies Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Operator to produce RFID inlays, tags, and embeddable products. You will operate equipment, test processes, and ensure products meet quality and performance standards.

This full-time, 2nd shift role offers hands-on growth in manufacturing with opportunities to learn multiple production areas, support continuous improvement, and contribute to meeting daily output targets.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and adhere to safety, ESD, and cleanroom protocols
• Basic computer skills and math proficiency
• Ability to use inspection equipment such as microscopes
• Ability to use small tools and measurement devices
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate manufacturing documentation
• Willingness to work overtime as needed
• Prior manufacturing, machining, or cleanroom experience preferred
• Experience working with automated or semi-automated production equipment preferred
• Familiarity with ERP systems and Microsoft Office preferred

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment used in RFID inlay, tag, and embeddable product production
• Perform equipment set-up, changeovers, and basic adjustments for roll-to-roll and reel-to-reel processes
• Execute both manual and automated processing of components
• Support RFID assembly processes, including operation of spring assembly, measuring, auto-testing, and seed preparation equipment
• Follow production schedules and prioritize tasks to meet daily output goals
• Perform routine cleaning and basic maintenance of equipment and work areas to support safe and efficient operations
• Perform basic equipment troubleshooting, including raw material changes, responding to common error codes, and monitoring yield
• Identify and elevate more complex equipment or process issues as needed
• Inspect components and finished products to ensure they meet quality and performance specifications
• Conduct RF and performance testing of products
• Perform characterization testing of microelectronic parts using inspection tools such as microscopes and measurement devices
• Accurately complete process and quality documentation
• Prepare finished goods for shipment, including packaging, boxing, labeling, and core cutting
• Accurately complete material transactions, including labeling and ERP system inputs
• Ensure packaging meets quality and customer requirements
• Perform rework operations, including set-up, processing, monitoring, and documentation of reworked materials
• Follow all safety protocols, including proper use of PPE, ESD controls, and cleanroom gowning requirements
• Participate in shift changeover meetings and communicate effectively with team members
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and production output
• Support team production goals, including working overtime as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job description

As a Manufacturing Operator, you’ll play a hands-on role in producing RFID inlays, tags, and embeddable products that power real-world tracking and identification solutions. You’ll operate equipment, support testing processes, and help ensure our products meet quality and performance standards.

In this role, you’ll develop expertise in a key area of the manufacturing process and expand your skills over time through training in additional production areas. This is a great opportunity to build technical knowledge, grow your capabilities, and contribute directly to meeting production goals and customer needs.

This is a full-time position assigned to 2nd Shift: 3:15pm - 11:45pm, Monday through Friday. This role may require overtime, including extended shifts or weekend work, depending on production schedules and customer demand. Advance notice will be provided whenever possible.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and adhere to safety, ESD, and cleanroom protocols
• Basic computer skills and math proficiency
• Ability to use inspection equipment such as microscopes
• Ability to use small tools and measurement devices
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate manufacturing documentation
• Willingness to work overtime as needed
• Prior manufacturing, machining, or cleanroom experience preferred
• Experience working with automated or semi-automated production equipment preferred
• Familiarity with ERP systems and Microsoft Office preferred

Essential Job Functions

Equipment Operation

• Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment used in RFID inlay, tag, and embeddable product production
• Perform equipment set-up, changeovers, and basic adjustments for roll-to-roll and reel-to-reel processes
• Execute both manual and automated processing of components
• Support RFID assembly processes, including operation of spring assembly, measuring, auto-testing, and seed preparation equipment
• Follow production schedules and prioritize tasks to meet daily output goals
• Perform routine cleaning and basic maintenance of equipment and work areas to support safe and efficient operations

Troubleshooting

• Perform basic equipment troubleshooting, including raw material changes, responding to common error codes, and monitoring yield
• Identify and elevate more complex equipment or process issues as needed

Quality Testing & Assurance

• Inspect components and finished products to ensure they meet quality and performance specifications
• Conduct RF and performance testing of products
• Perform characterization testing of microelectronic parts using inspection tools such as microscopes and measurement devices
• Accurately complete process and quality documentation

Packaging

• Prepare finished goods for shipment, including packaging, boxing, labeling, and core cutting
• Accurately complete material transactions, including labeling and ERP system inputs
• Ensure packaging meets quality and customer requirements

Rework

• Perform rework operations, including set-up, processing, monitoring, and documentation of reworked materials

Safety, Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Follow all safety protocols, including proper use of PPE, ESD controls, and cleanroom gowning requirements
• Participate in shift changeover meetings and communicate effectively with team members
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and production output
• Support team production goals, including working overtime as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to use microscopes, small tools, and specialized equipment
• Ability to learn new processes and equipment

Physical Abilities (ex: standing, pulling, include duration)

• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs.