Machine Operator "A" - Vial Department

Richland Glass; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading glass manufacturing company in Chicago is seeking a Machine Operator A for their operations team. This role involves setting up machines, inspecting product quality, and ensuring efficient production processes. Ideal candidates will have a strong attention to detail, teamwork skills, and experience with machinery. Join a dedicated team focused on maintaining high standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years experience in fast-paced, detail-oriented roles.
• Extensive knowledge of machinery and measurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines and control settings for production.
• Inspect machined parts for quality and maintain logs.
• Communicate with team and assist in optimizing production.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Communication

Technical Skills

Math Skills

Mechanical Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Measuring Tools

Power Hand Tools

Job description

Job Title: Machine Operator A - Conventional Vial

Functional Group: Operations

Shift: 1st Shift (6:00 am to 2:00 pm - Monday to Friday)

Experienced Machine "A" Operators

Role:

The role of the Machine A Operator is a key support position for the production department. This individual must be self-motivated. Willing to learn next level shift supervisor duties and responsibilities desired. They will need to communicate clearly and regularly with the shift quality technician(s), shift supervisor, and co-workers and assist in the optimization of the production process. Attention to safety, product quality, productivity, and housekeeping are critical to the success of the individual’s performance in this position. This role is an integral part to the department’s success.

• Manufacturing plant
• Can be very hot during certain seasons

Essential Job Functions:

• Set up machines to start a product cycle
• Control and adjust machine settings
• Inspect machined parts and components with precision and measuring tools
• Maintain optimum visual and dimensional product quality of production on assigned machines through continuous measurement and visual inspection of ware
• Check output to identify and machine-related problems or flaws
• In-process inspections of machine-related problems or flaws
• Communicate machine operation and product non-conformities
• Maintain requested Statistical Process Control (SPC) information on assigned lines
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for data collection entry, and appropriate machine adjustments.
• Perform machine adjustments in order to optimize machine performance and product quality, and correct problems that might occur during shift
• Perform timely and effective machine changeovers while minimizing production downtime and product quality losses
• Ensure machines are loaded as required.
• Maintain activity logs and records of approved and defective units or final products
• Support other machine operators as required or requested

Abilities Needed to Perform Essential Functions:

• Visual ability to perform detailed machine and product inspection
• Continued attention to detail in fast-paced, repetitive, working environment
• Ability to lift approximately 1-10 pounds approximately 5-20 times per hour
• Extensive standing while performing duties as required
• Diligence to manage time effectively
• Technical skills, including but not limited to interpreting product specifications
• Use of measuring and mechanical tools
• Math skills, including but not limited to calculating material and packaging required and reading Statistical Process Control (SPC) quality graphs.
• Mechanical skills, including but not limited to using power hand tools, and assembly, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair skills

Other Job Requirements:

• Adherence to health and safety regulations
• Teamwork and effective communication skills
• Work diligently both alone and as part of a group
• Help where necessary on other jobs as assigned
• Maintain a clean work area
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• 1 to 3 years successful employment in positions requiring visual attention to detail during repetitive physical activity in a fast-paced environment
• Extensive proven knowledge of diverse machinery and measurement tools

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