Machine Operator 3rd Shift

3M HEALTHCARE; Tremont (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

White Cap is seeking a machine operator to maintain and operate conventional and CNC machinery, including grinders, drills, and presses. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and adherence to production schedules.

The candidate should have a HS diploma or GED and 0-2 years of related experience, with ability to read safety procedures and perform basic math. This on-site position involves lifting and standing, with no travel required.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in area of responsibility.
• Ability to read and understand safety operating procedures and to use all safety features and equipment.
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, counting and tape measure use.

Responsibilities

• Operates assigned machines, including resistance welding, brake presses, and mechanical power presses.
• Operates saws, drills, and grinders.
• Meets production requirements.
• Keeps work area clean and safe.
• Packs finished materials and loads/unloads as needed.
• Checks finished work against specifications.
• Documents process monitors and production tickets accurately.
• Starts and observes machines to detect malfunctions and may fix issues during shift.

Skills

Safety procedures

Basic math

Experience 0-2 years

Education

HS Diploma or GED

0-2 years of experience in area

Job description

A position at White Cap isn’t your ordinary job. You’ll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is committed to building trust on every job.

Job Summary

Responsible for maintaining and operating machinery, including conventional, special purpose, and computer numerical control (CNC) machines. Includes grinders, drills, and presses.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Operates assigned machines, including resistance welding, brake presses, and mechanical power presses.
• Operates saws, drills, and grinders.
• Consistently meets production requirements.
• Maintains clean and safe work area.
• Packing finished materials into dunnage and also loading and unloading.
• Checks that the finished workpiece conforms to the specifications.
• Completes documentation correctly for process monitors and production tickets.
• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions and may fix issues that might occur during the shift.

Nature and Scope

Selects correct processes from clearly prescribed rules, past practices, or instruction. Seeks advice and guidance on non‑routine or problem areas from supervisor. Deviations from the norm are cleared by the supervisor. Under close supervision, exercises limited latitude/independent judgement. Work typically involves detailed checks or close review of output by a senior coworker and/or supervisor.

Work Environment

Typically located in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors that may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness, such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes. Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting, and maneuvering material or equipment that may be heavy (50+ pounds) or awkward. No travel required.

Education and Experience

HS Diploma or GED strongly preferred. 0‑2 years of experience in area of responsibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand all safety operating procedures and to use all safety features and equipment.
• Ability to use basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, counting and the use of a tape measure.
• 1 to 3 years of related experience.

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