Machine Operator I

R & B SALES AND MARKETING INC; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision insurance

401(k) plan

Education assistance

On-site café

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking an Operator I to support production by operating a variety of equipment and ensuring product quality per instructions. You will work in a cross-functional environment, following safety standards, and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.

Shift options include 1st and 2nd shifts with Monday–Friday schedules. The role emphasizes attention to detail, basic math and mechanical skills, and the ability to read and follow work instructions to meet production targets.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates attention to detail and accuracy in tasks.
• Experience operating production equipment or similar machinery is preferred (0–1 year).
• Able to read and follow verbal and written instructions precisely.
• Basic math, measurement, and counting used for quality checks.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies and 6S standards to maintain a safe, clean workplace.
• Operate multiple types of equipment per work instructions.
• Log production data and inspect quality using visual criteria.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address equipment issues.
• Perform autonomous maintenance and keep equipment clean and functional.
• Assist with setup and positioning using fixtures, jigs, and hand tools.
• Support on-site production goals and process metrics.

Skills

Attention to detail

Machine operation

Basic math

Basic mechanical

Basic computer skills

Read work instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fixtures & jigs

Hand tools

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, escalating as required.
• Close attention to detail concerning product quality through utilizing visual criteria and escalating 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

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer. Milwaukee Tool, founded in 1924, is a global leader in delivering innovative solutions to the professional construction trades that increase productivity and safety. Milwaukee® is known for their world-leading M12™, M18™, and MX FUEL™ cordless systems, the ground-breaking performance of their cordless innovations, safety solutions, battery-powered outdoor power equipment, jobsite lighting and clean-up, time-saving accessories, and innovative hand tool and PACKOUT™ Modular Storage Products. The company is dedicated to delivering a steady stream of advanced, trade-specific solutions. Milwaukee Tool is a Brookfield, Wisconsin-based subsidiary of Techtronic Industries Co. Ltd. (TTI) (HKEx stock code: 669, ADR symbol: TTNDY). For more information on the full line of Milwaukee® products, please call 1-800-SAWDUST or visit Milwaukee Tool.