Machine Operator I

Milwaukee Tool; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Education assistance

On-site food and coffee

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking an Operator I to support production by operating diverse equipment and following documented procedures. The role emphasizes quality, safety, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to maintain efficiency and product standards.

You will use work instructions and control plans daily, logging production data and contributing to continuous improvement within a structured manufacturing environment. Shift options and on-site operations define the workday.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• 0–1 years of machine operation experience or related exposure.
• Ability to read and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Basic math and mechanical skills required.
• Proficiency with basic computer use and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies and 6S standards to maintain a safe, clean workplace.
• Identify and elevate potential safety risks on the floor.
• Operate various equipment types per work instructions, solo or in teams.
• Use electronic devices daily to reference work instructions and log production numbers.
• Perform repetitive tasks to meet process metrics for delivery and quality.
• Recognize equipment problems and escalate when needed.
• Maintain product quality through visual checks and proper documentation.
• Use fixtures, jigs and hand tools to position/move components accurately.
• Work safely on raised platforms and with a Machine Set Up Technician.
• Clean equipment to ensure proper operation and perform Autonomous Maintenance.
• Package processed parts and palletize per work instruction quantities.
• Support other duties and projects as required by the business.

Skills

Attention to detail

Machine operation

Follow instructions

Basic math

Mechanical skills

Basic computer skills

Reading work instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description:

Your Role on Our Team

The Operator I supports production by operating a variety of equipment to produce quality product per provided criteria and work instructions. This position is required to cooperate with other cross-functional departments to ensure and maintain part quality, proper procedure execution, a safe and productive work environment, and culture standards.

This job description lists major areas of responsibility and additional job activities may be added at any time.

Shift Hours:

• 1st Shift Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:00pm
• 2nd Shift Monday-Friday 3:00-11:00pm

You’ll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:

• Follow all safety policies and practice 6S standards to maintain a safe and clean working environment for all employees.
• Identify and elevate potential safety risks on the floor.
• Operate numerous types of equipment, independently or in a team environment, per the work instructions.
• Utilize electronic devices (computer, iPad, etc.) daily to reference work instructions, control plans, visual criteria, in-process quality checks, and accurately log production numbers.
• Perform repetitive tasks as needed and maintain production pace and quality standards as specified by the applicable documentation to meet process metrics such as delivery, efficiency, and quality.
• Recognize and react to problems with equipment, elevate as required.
• Close attention to detail concerning product quality through utilizing visual criteria and elevate issues to appropriate personnel.
• Use fixtures, jigs, and hand tools as necessary to ensure proper position and/or movement of components and parts.
• Ability to work on a raised platform, safely
• Work with Machine Set Up Technician to resolve problems with equipment.
• Clean equipment as required to ensure proper operation.
• Conduct Autonomous Maintenance tasks as prescribed.
• Place processed parts into containers and palletize per the work instruction and at specified quantities per the part tag.
• Other duties and projects as determined by business and production needs.

The TOOLS you’ll bring with you:

• High school diploma, or equivalent, preferred
• Display great attention to detail
• 0-1 years of machine operation experience
• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions
• Basic math skills
• Basic mechanical skills
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to read and understand provided work instructions

We provide these great perks and benefits:

• Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans
• Generous 401 (K) savings plan
• Education assistance
• On-site food and coffee service
• And many more, check out our benefits site HERE.

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.