Machine Operator I - 3rd Shift

AMETEK, Inc.; Pierceton (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator I for the 3rd shift at our Pierceton, Indiana site. You will support the Silkscreen Department, performing quality-focused screen prep, ink application, and related production tasks.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and experience with silkscreen processes. The role requires flexibility, color vision, and the ability to stand for long periods in a production environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Computer experience preferred.
• Previous silkscreen experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Expose (burn in) image onto screen; stretch and secure the screen to the frame.
• Use proper techniques to mix ink, apply ink to product; clean screens, product, and work area; reclaim screens, and rework product.
• Operate pad printer and digital imaging unit.
• Control the inventory of work in process in and out of the silkscreen area, supplies, and fixtures.
• Able to work flexible hours when required based on demand for production or prototypes.
• Be able to meet the visual acuity requirements (shades of color and color blindness).
• Be able to meet the requirements of the vision screen test (eyechart).
• Assist in other areas of production as needed.
• Once employee demonstrates competency in position, he/she may be required to train others in similar roles.

Skills

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

Follow instructions

Graphics modification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pad printer

Digital imaging unit

Job description

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Job Title: Machine Operator I - 3rd Shift

Location: Pierceton, IN, US, 46562

Business Unit: Paragon Medical Orthopedics

Posting Date: Jul 22, 2026

Job Description:

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

• Responsible for all activities for quality operations of the Silkscreen Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Expose (burn in) image onto screen; stretch and secure the screen to the frame.
• Use proper techniques to mix ink, apply ink to product; clean screens, product, and work area; reclaim screens, and rework product.
• Operate pad printer and digital imaging unit.
• Control the inventory of work in process in and out of the silkscreen area, supplies, and fixtures.
• Able to work flexible hours when required based on demand for production or prototypes.
• Be able to meet the visual acuity requirements (shades of color and color blindness).
• Be able to meet the requirements of the vision screen test (eyechart).
• Assist in other areas of production as needed.
• Once employee demonstrates competency in position, he/she may be required to train others in similar roles.

EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Computer experience preferred.
• Previous silkscreen experience preferred.

SKILLS:

• Attention to detail.
• Blueprint reading.
• Ability to follow work instructions.
• Computer literacy and the ability to do graphics modification and manipulation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required throughout the workday to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch; talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to see print in various sizes and formats. May be required to climb stairs. Must regularly be able to pull and push up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work environment: Work performed in a production environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time (for Maintenance & Receiving only). The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high, in some areas.

Compensation

Employee Type: Hourly

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 45,000

Salary Maximum: 50,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer:Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000colleagues, in 35countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK isacomponent of the S&P 500. Visithttps://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 [phone].