Machine Operator II - 2nd Shift, Lean Ops & Growth

Caerus Corp; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 30,307 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, basic life, A&

401(k) retirement plan with employer

Paid Time Off (Vacation and Protected)

6 mandatory holidays

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Brace Program

Job summary

Caerus Corp is hiring a Machine Operator II to join our Blaine, MN facility. You will operate advanced manufacturing equipment, perform setups and adjustments, and support efficient workflow with a focus on safety and quality.

The role requires reading work instructions, conducting inspections, and coordinating with Maintenance to resolve issues. You will also train junior operators and uphold Lean principles and 5S in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Technical or vocational training in manufacturing is a plus.
• Minimum 2–4 years of manufacturing or machine operation experience.
• Experience performing machine setups, adjustments, and changeovers.
• Experience operating computer‑assisted or automated production equipment.
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience following SOPs and quality documentation.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment while meeting safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Perform machine setups, adjustments, changeovers, and preventive maintenance.
• Read and interpret work instructions, orders, specs, and quality requirements.
• Conduct first‑piece inspections and verify settings meet standards.
• Monitor performance, downtime, and scrap; collaborate with Maintenance.
• Verify product quality and ensure compliance with procedures and specs.
• Follow quality system procedures including traceability and 5S.
• Support shift handoffs with status updates and priorities.
• Train and coach Machine Operator I on operation and safety.
• Identify safety hazards and report deviations; take action.
• Promote Lean practices and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Machine operation

Read work orders

Quality inspection

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational manufacturing training

Tools

Computer‑assisted equipment

Automated production equipment

Job description

Caerus Corp is hiring a Machine Operator II to join our Blaine, MN facility. You will operate advanced manufacturing equipment, perform setups and adjustments, and support efficient workflow with a focus on safety and quality.

The role requires reading work instructions, conducting inspections, and coordinating with Maintenance to resolve issues. You will also train junior operators and uphold Lean principles and 5S in a regulated environment.