Machine Operator (Press Operator)

Sika AG; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sika AG in Gastonia, NC is seeking a Machine Operator to assist the shift supervisor and coordinate production activities. The role requires operating multiple lines and equipment, starting up systems, performing quality testing, and making adjustments to maintain quality across production batches.

You will also help train new production staff, perform light maintenance on machines, and support labeling and packing of produced parts to meet schedules.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and product.
• Operates manufacturing line and can vary operating conditions to maintain quality.
• Performs quality testing and corrects out-of-spec conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate one or more production lines/equipment.
• Start up hot oil heater and water chillers.
• Ensure production schedule is adhered to.
• Assist in training new production employees.
• Perform some maintenance on presses and report needed repairs.
• Assist in labeling and packing parts.

Skills

Manufacturing knowledge

Quality testing

Training others

Quality adherence

Problem solving

Tools

Mixing system

Calendar

Press

Hot melt

Embosser units

UV unit

Job description

Overview of the Role

Sika is looking for experienced Machine Operator to join its growing team in Gastonia, NC. This position will assist the shift supervisor in coordinating the work of production employees involved in production activities. Requires knowledge of manufacturing processes and product. Operates manufacturing line. Requires the ability to vary prescribed operating conditions as necessary to produce quality parts. Changes and adjust operating conditions to maintain proper quality.

What We Are Looking For!

To operate one or more of the following:

• the mixing system
• calendar
• press
• hot melt
• embosser 1, 2, and 3
• anti-sticking agent unit
• adhesive unit 1 and 2
• U.V. unit
• magnetizing unit

To start up the hot oil heater and water chillers

• Perform quality testing
• make corrections for out-of-spec conditions
• Ensure production scheduled to adhered to
• Assist in training new production employees
• Perform some maintenance on the press and report any needed repairs on the machines
• Assist in labeling and packing parts