Machine Operator I, Pre-Priming

ZipRecruiter; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Machine Operator I to work on the production line. The role involves operating machines efficiently, maintaining safe work procedures, and ensuring product quality. This entry-level position offers training and requires a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; willing to train.
• Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol screening and background check.

Responsibilities

• Effectively operate the priming machine to reach production goals.
• Maintain an acceptable quality level.
• Ensure quality checks are done regularly.

Skills

Motor coordination skills

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Machine Op I, Pre-Prime

Job Summary

Machine Operators work on machines in the various departments within the production line. Operators can produce quality products safely and efficiently. Individuals placed in a Machine Operator position must be able to learn the sounds and mechanics of the machine on which they are operating. Most importantly, they can notice any possible malfunctions that may occur during the operating processes, while gaining technical knowledge on possible repair functions with higher-level machine operator positions.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Understand the operation of the equipment.
• Maintains a correct record-keeping system to ensure production efficiency meets company standards
• Understands the functions and processes for efficient operations.
• Performs start-up procedure for equipment
• Completes all duties and responsibilities following company safety and environmental policies.
• Communicate with machine technicians to determine needs.
• Maintains a safe and clean work area for both hygiene and safety.
• Performs other duties as directed.

Responsibilities:

• Effectively operate the priming machine to reach production goals
• Maintain an acceptable quality level
• Ensure all quality checks are done regularly, including SPC and visual checks.
• Covers other team members' machines while they are on lunch or breaks.

Qualifications:

• Experience – None, willing to train
• Education – High School diploma or equivalent
• Supervision received – Direct oversight by the Shift Supervisor.
• Supervision exercised – none
• Working conditions – Extreme noise, heat, cold, dust, dirt, and oil.
• Mental and physical demands – Standing, lifting, carrying, speaking, listening, motor coordination skills, coordination of eyes, hands, and feet.
• Confidential data – Access to intellectual property must remain confidential and cannot be reproduced.

*Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol screening and background check (looking for felonies) before being able to start.