Machine Operator I

Elemental LED, Inc.; Reno, Northern (NV, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, 1

401(k) with 5% match

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Employee discounts

Job summary

Elemental Brands in Reno, NV is seeking a Machine Operator I to run production machinery for LED lighting applications. You will perform assembly, testing, and quality checks, working under Production leadership.

The shift runs Monday through Thursday, 6:30 am to 5 pm, with a focus on safety and precision. The role involves soldering, wiring, and adhering to documented procedures while following safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent) required.
• At least 1 year in manufacturing/distribution, QA, assembly, or using hand tools/equipment.
• Proficiency with MS Office; familiarity with Fishbowl Inventory is a plus.
• Excellent listening and written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail, independently motivated, good problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of electrical/electronic machinery is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery at identified work centers (AlphaTech, Linaire, LGP, ACT).
• Perform assembly, testing, and modification of prototypes or parts, including soldering.
• Inspect finished goods against specifications; ensure proper wire color and solder pads.
• Test electrical function, reliability, and packaging quality; document results.
• Use hand tools (soldering iron, heat gun, wire strippers) safely and effectively.
• Maintain organization of supplies and equipment; collaborate with team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Quality awareness

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Fishbowl Inventory

Job description

• Compensation: USD 20.50 - USD 22 - hourly

Company Description

The Opportunity:

At Elemental Brands, our success starts with our people. Every day, our engineers, innovators, creators, and problem-solvers work together to develop and deliver innovative LED lighting solutions through Diode LED®, Lucetta®, Lucetta CI®, Gammalux®, and Elemental LED®. Together, we're driving innovation and helping define the future of the low-voltage linear lighting industry.

That same spirit of innovation and collaboration shapes everything we do. We encourage curiosity, continuous learning, and fresh ideas across every department, empowering employees to grow their careers, make meaningful contributions, and help shape the future of lighting.

Recognized by EDAWN as “Company of the Year – Large” and “Employees First – Large,” and by the University of Nevada, Reno as “Graduate Employer of the Year,” Elemental Brands is proud to be an award-winning workplace where people come first, innovation thrives, and careers flourish.

Job Description

What You Get To Do:

Serving under Production leadership, the Machine Operator I provides hands-on technical expertise to properly operate the equipment and machinery used to manufacture linear lighting applications. This position requires attention to detail and the ability to comply with basic safety practices and procedures. The schedule for this position is Monday - Thursday, 6:30 am - 5 pm.

Challenge Yourself – The Specifics:

• Operate the production machinery in one or more of the following machine work centersidentified and trained by Management: AlphaTech, Linaire, LGP, ACT, and others as processes develop
• Performsa wide variety of electronic and electromechanical assembly tasks
  • Assembles, tests, and modifies prototypes or custom electronic parts and systems, including soldering wires
  • Works from schematics, oral instructions, and existing documentation
• Follows established procedures and guidelines to check, test, and inspect finished goods before they are shipped from the distribution center to the customer
  • Compares the physical characteristics of products to technical specifications to identify defects; ensuring that the color of wires on the harnesses are recognized in order to solder to proper pads
  • Ensures compliance with all safety regulations
• Conducts tests on electrical function, reliability, and packaging quality and record results
• Safely and effectively use and operate hand tools such as a soldering iron, heat gun, powered wire stripping machines and other equipment required for the completion of work orders
• Work with low voltage electricity
• Detect and correct quality problems found during the manufacturing process
• Organize, stock and issue supplies and equipment
• Use tact, initiative, prudence and independent judgment within general policy, procedural and safety guidelines
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with Elementalteam members

Qualifications

You Have a Unique Combination of Skills,Talentsand Mindset, Including Many of the Following:

• High school diploma/GED, or equivalent experience and training are typically required
• Minimum of one year working in a manufacturing/distribution environment, quality assurance, assembly, testing, or experience working in an environment using hands tools and equipment
• MS Office (Word, Excel) and Fishbowl Inventory is a plus
• Excellent listening and communication (verbal and written) skills
• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Must have excellent attention to detail, be driven, work well independently, and have a knack for problem solving
• Knowledge of electrical/electronic machinery or equipment, preferred

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The Perks and Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance (100% PAID by employer), available first of the month, following the date of hire
• Company-matched 401(k) Plan, at 5%, no vesting schedule
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Three Paid Flexible Holiday per year
• Seven Paid Holidays
• Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) - $200 annualemployer contribution
• Discounted Corporate Gym Membership at South Reno Athletic Club
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discount
• Monthly Birthday Lunch Celebrations
• On-site Snacks and Beverages
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

About Us:

Visit us at www.elementalbrands.comor call 877-564-5051.