Machine Operator – Eclipse 2 (Graveyard Shift)

Simpson Strong-Tie; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Simpson Strong-Tie is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator in Stockton, CA. This graveyard shift role (11:00pm–7:30am) focuses on setting up, operating, and troubleshooting precision machinery, while maintaining safety and quality standards in a fast-paced production environment.

You will perform quality inspections, log production data in SAP and Kronos, and assist with material handling using forklifts. The job requires basic measuring skills, strong attention to safety, and teamwork to meet

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Forklift/Combi-Lift certification will be provided at hire.
• Six months manufacturing experience or training preferred.
• Basic understanding of production drawings and quality control.
• Ability to read a tape measure (to 1/32 inch).
• Strong safety awareness and reliable teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot machinery; perform minor repairs as needed.
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure parts meet blueprints and standards.
• Record production data and labor in SAP, Kronos, and internal systems.
• Operate forklift/combi-lift to move materials and support production flow.
• Maintain 6S housekeeping standards and safe work environment.

Skills

Quality inspections

Safety conscious

Teamwork

Data entry

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

PIT/Combi-Lift certification

ERP systems (SAP/Kronos)

Job description

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees.

Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.

Learn about our company culture directly from our team.

YOU

As a Machine Operator you are responsible for ensuring assigned machinery runs efficiently, works at capacity without issue, and is appropriately maintained to ensure quality products. You will be responsible for collaborating with material handlers and other operators to ensure all components are available to meet production goals and customer demands with a focus on quality and safety practices. This is a Graveyard shift position (11:00pm - 7:30am). You will receive a $1.50 shift differential for every hour worked.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (% of Time)

Set up, operate, and troubleshoot assigned machinery. performing minor repairs when required. (75%)

Perform quality inspections on machined products to ensure it is meeting quality standards and blueprints specifications using provided precision measuring tools. (10%)

Ensure accountability by keeping accurate production records, maintaining activity logs, perform job related data entry and labor scanning within SAP, Kronos, and other internal systems. (5%)

Driving a forklift/combi-lift to retrieve material and help keep production flow. (5%)

Performing housekeeping to maintain a clean work environment that meets 6S standards. (5%)

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

If you can do everything listed above, you have what it takes. Perhaps some of the following would be helpful too:

• High school diploma or GED Preferred.
• Simpson Strong-Tie Powered Industrial Truck (PIT)/ Combi-Lift Certification (will certify at hire).
• Six months manufacturing related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and training.
• Manufacturing process knowledge: Demonstrates a basic knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacturing and distribution of goods.
• Safety: Able to consistently prioritize safety by demonstrating a safe work practice by promoting a safe work environment.
• Customer service skills: Applies customer service principles and processes on the job and with others.
• Communication skills: Speaks in the most effective way to relay information. Listens and asks questions to ensure understanding.
• Written comprehension: Able to read and understand prints, information and ideas presented in writing. Able to read production drawings and diagrams and interpret information from work orders applicable to the manufacturing of products.
• Self-management skills: Uses time efficiently to complete tasks.
• Ability to work independently: Follows both written and oral instructions, including safety guidelines, work instructions, and company policies.
• Teamwork: Able to work with team sharing responsibilities to achieve production goals.
• Equipment and tools: Able to operate a forklift. Able to read a tape measure to within 1/32".
• Computer: Able to operate a computer, ERP systems and basic applications such as Word and Outlook.
• Operation monitoring: Able to monitor gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Quality control analysis: Conducts accurate inspections of product to evaluate quality.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis regularly required tostand, walk, see,talkandhear. The employeeis occasionally required tosit. This roleoperateslarge equipment while standing forapproximately 8-12hours, regularly twisting and bending in a repetitive motion. While performing the duties of this job, the employee mayfrequentlylift, carry,pushand pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and heavier weights with proper equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The job may risk exposure to heat and/or cold, loud noise levels, vibration, and moving mechanical parts.

TRAVEL REQUIRED

This position does not require travel.

WORK STATUS & LOCATION

This full-time, non-exempt, Union position is located in Stockton, CA. T

RELOCATION

Relocation is not available for this position.

PAY

$19.50 / hour

REWARDS AT SIMPSON STRONG-TIE

We recognize and reward employees with a carefully designed and comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commission and first-rate benefits. May exclude some positions, such as seasonal jobs.

• Quarterly Bonuses/Commission: You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis. We believe all employees affect customers, sales and revenue - directly or indirectly - and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits.
• Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full-time employees including: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals and jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement and more. View benefit plan details here: https://benefits.strongtie.com/.

In keeping with our values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our communities, we are an equal opportunity employer. This means that our employment decisions are based on your qualifications and merit, and our business needs.

Please note all job offers are contingent upon a successful drug screen and criminal background check, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

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Company: Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc.