Machine Operator II- 1st Shift

Unique; Blairs (VA); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Healthcare plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Unique Industries is seeking a Machine Operator II for our Blairs, VA facility. You will operate and monitor complex machinery across departments, including conveyors, fillers, and sorters, while ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

Requirements include 1 year of mechanical/technical experience, ability to calibrate and inspect, and a valid driver’s license with forklift certification. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered to support a team-focused work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to troubleshoot and solve problems quickly when issues present.
• Must operate multiple computer interfaces simultaneously; ability to analyze data and processes.
• Must have technical or mechanical abilities.
• Must pay close attention to detail to set up and operate machinery and identify adjustments.
• Ability to guide co-workers.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work in a fast-paced distribution environment.
• Ability to communicate with management and coworkers to meet goals.
• Ability to understand written and oral instructions; basic math skills.
• Maintain safe work practices per SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Complete pre-shift calibration and inspection of machines.
• Perform post-shift cleaning of machines and maintain a clean work area.
• Continuously monitor machines and adjust as needed for efficiency.
• Change film and print ribbon as required.
• Ensure machinery operates efficiently and report issues to supervisors.
• Monitor product quality and complete required paperwork accurately.
• Maintain professional interactions and constructive working relationships.
• Commit to company-wide quality and safety and perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Communication

Team guidance

Mathematics

Education

Valid State Driver's License

Forklift license

Job description

Unique Industries is a family-owned business with over 60 years of industry experience. When you work for Unique, you get all the perks of larger corporations, such as 401K, multiple choices of healthcare plans, generous paid time off, and more. However, the difference between us and a larger corporation is that here at Unique, we are family. Your CEO and management team are involved in day-to-day operations and make sure that each location sees how much they are appreciated through annual company picnics and holiday luncheons. So if you're looking for a job that is exciting, rewarding, and team-focused -

ABOUT OUR OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking a Machine Operator II to work in the Blairs facility. The Machine Operator II effectively operates and monitors more complex machinery in various departments. Machines operated or monitored include, but are not limited to, conveyor belts, hoppers, DG shuttle, fillers, baggers, scales, and sorters.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Others may be assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign tasks/responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Completes pre-shift calibration and inspection of machines to ensure working order.
• Completes post-shift cleaning of machines; keeps work area clean.
• Provides continuous monitoring of the machines throughout the shift. Makes systemic, mechanical, and physical changes as needed to maintain efficiency
• Changes film and print ribbon as needed.
• Ensures machinery is operating efficiently; reports issues immediately to supervisors and maintenance.
• Monitors and maintains product quality.
• Accurately completes required paperwork and reports.
• Exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working relationships.
• Demonstrates a commitment to company-wide quality and safety.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Must be able to trouble shoot and problem solve quickly when problems present
• Must be able to operate multiple computer interfaces simultaneously; Ability to analyze data and processes
• Must have technical or mechanical abilities.
• Must be able to pay close attention to detail to set-up and operation of machinery to identify needed adjustments.
• Ability to give guidance to co-workers.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work in a fast-paced distribution environment.
• Ability to communicate with management and coworkers to meet departmental goals.
• Ability to understand written and oral instructions; Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to maintain safe work practices as outlined in the standard operating procedures.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• 1-year prior experience and/or training in a technical or mechanical environment preferred.
• 1-year experience in operating automated machinery and equipment including systemic set-up and manipulation.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid State Driver's License required
• Must obtain forklift license from Unique Industries

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job*.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, use repetitive hand motions, walk on flat surfaces, elevated surfaces, and stairs.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to reach overhead, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Pay

• We offer competitive pay based on job-related skills, experience, relevant education, training, and geographic location.
• The starting hourly pay rate is $14.50.
• Actual pay will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications, the Company’s compensation guidelines, and business needs.

Unique Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.