Machine Operator - Manufacturing (Min. Starting Pay $23.15)

Matthews Memorialization; Aurora (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Matthews International is seeking a motivated factory operator to operate production equipment in an industrial setting. The role involves handling machinery, hand and power tools, and following training to advance your career.

We offer a competitive starting rate with full benefits including medical, dental, FSA, disability, life insurance, paid vacation, holidays and a 401(k). Overtime opportunities may be required to meet production needs.

Qualifications

• Previous machine operation experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude; ability to use a large variety of hand tools and basic knowledge of power tools, forklifts, welding equipment, and cutting torch.
• Ability to work overtime as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment in an industrial environment.
• Work with machinery, hand and power tools in a fast paced setting.
• Collaborate with supervisors and advance career through training.
• Multi-task and cross-train in other departments and machines.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools usage

Overtime readiness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Welding equipment

Cutting torch

Job description

Position Summary

Competitive Starting Rate plus full benefits which includes: Medical, Dental, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, 10 Paid Holidays and a 401(k) Retirement Plan.

Job Responsibilities

• Working with production equipment in an industrial environment.
• Working with machinery, hand and power tools in a fast paced work environment.
• Working with an organization that provides the necessary training to complete the job and advance your career.

Additional Responsibilities

• You will be working with production supervisors and operating various machinery to meet production needs.
• Determining parts to be manufactured based upon orders and stock.
• Observe and maintain machinery operation and identifying and defects or malfunctions.
• Multi-tasking and cross training in other departments and machines.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Previous Machine operation experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
• Possess a mechanical aptitude; ability to use a large variety of hand tools and basic knowledge of power tools, forklifts, welding equipment, and cutting torch.
• Ability to work overtime as necessary.

Physical Aspects / Work Environment

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50+ pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally exposed
• Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk, hear, and.to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold & heat, risk of electrical shock, and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Matthews International is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our Human Resources team.