Machine Operator- 3rd Shift

RPM SPG; Ashland (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Company Pension Plan

Performance Based Bonus/Commission

Continuing education

Job summary

RPM SPG in Ashland, OH is seeking a Machine Operator at multiple levels. You will start, troubleshoot, and safely operate manufacturing equipment, with progression from I to III based on experience.

The role requires following safety rules, meeting production standards, inspecting quality, and maintaining paperwork. Forklift certification is preferred, and teamwork is essential. The position offers benefits including health insurance, PTO, holidays, a pension plan, and bonuses.

Qualifications

• No formal educational required.
• Machine Operator I, II, III levels determined by experience and ability to troubleshoot.
• Able to function effectively in a team and maintain attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment safely.
• Meet or exceed production output rates per standards.
• Ensure products meet tolerances and specifications, perform inspections.
• Maintain accurate paperwork and labeling.
• Cross-train on other production functions as needed.
• Report and assist with safety, quality, and mechanical issues.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Reliability

Flexibility

Education

No formal education required

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Machine Operator starts, troubleshoots, and operates manufacturing equipment safely. There are three Machine Operator levels (I, II, & III). The level will be determined by experience, ability to assume various roles on the plant floor, and demonstrated ability to independently troubleshoot and problem-solve machine issues resulting in efficient cycles and minimal downtime.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform work in a safe manner by following all written and verbally communicated safety rules and procedures.
• Follow standard work procedures to operate and maintain assigned machine(s).
• Routinely meet or exceed production output rates per standards.
• Ensure product meets certain tolerances and specifications.
• Perform routine inspections per quality standards.
• Understand production instructions.
• Maintain accurate paperwork.
• Package, label, and store products.
• Cross-train on other production functions as business need dictates.
• Clean and maintain assigned area to ensure proper functionality.
• Report and assist with resolving safety, quality, and mechanical issues.
• Participate in the continuous improvement process.
• If appropriate, set up and operate various off-line and secondary equipment.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT

No formal educational required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

• Machine Operator: 0 years of experience.
• Machine Operator II: 1+ Years of experience.
• Machine Operator III: 3+ Years of experience.
• Previous experience operating a machine in a manufacturing environment requiring speed and dexterity is preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Forklift certification preferred.

OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to function effectively in a team setting.
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail.
• Demonstrates reliability, flexibility, and dependability.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Incumbent must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, kneel, talk, hear, and lift up to 50 lbs.

BENEFITS

• The Company offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) Savings and Trust & Plan with company match, Company Pension Plan, Performance Based Bonus/Commission, and continuing education.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.