Machine Operator (Process Inspector) - 1st Shift

Cardinal Health, Inc.; DeLand (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

401k savings plan

Access to wages before pay day with my

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Short- and long-term disability

Job summary

Cardinal Health in DeLand, FL is seeking an Assembly Operator to assemble components into units, sample and inspect production, and ensure finished materials meet specifications. The role involves operating production machinery, recording data, and maintaining clean work areas in a GMP/ISO environment.

The position emphasizes adherence to quality guidelines, use of measuring tools, and participation in lean processes including Kanban.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–3 years related work experience and/or training preferred.
• Proficient with measuring equipment (micrometers, gages) and quality inspection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Analyze product using established test methods and gages and initiate corrective action with supervisor and QA inspectors.
• Perform sampling and inspection of product according to procedures.
• Responsible for quality and quantity of production from assigned machines.
• Monitor machinery and processes; request technical assistance and adjust to optimize performance.
• Report and track production data in information systems.
• Proficient with measuring equipment (micrometers, gages).
• Understand lean system and Kanban tickets; assist/changeovers as required.

Skills

Quality inspection

Statistical sampling

Lean manufacturing

Kanban

Changeovers

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Gages

Job description

What Assembly contributes to Cardinal Health

Performs a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production to put together component parts to make assemblies, sub-assemblies or completed units, using standard operating procedures. May conduct quality inspections on processing line in accordance with quality specifications.

Job Summary

The purpose of this position is to operate, supply, sample and record movement of materials associated with production machinery and ancillary equipment in conformance to FDA, GMP’s, ISO13485 standards, and finished product specifications; sample and inspect production, stage material accordingly and report production accuracy; monitor manufacturing process quality to assure that only acceptable materials are released to subsequent production processes. This is accomplished through statistical sampling and inspection which allows detection of changes in product quality so that corrective action is initiated. Clean and maintain work areas within the facility as assigned following standard operating procedures.

Shift Details

• 7:00 am to 3:00 pm - Monday through Friday

Responsibilities

• Analyze product utilizing established test methods and gages and initiate corrective action with supervisor, department technical resources, and quality assurance inspectors.
• Perform requisite sampling and inspection of product in accordance with established department and plant procedures.
• Responsible for quality and quantity of production from assigned machines.
• Monitor machinery and processes during shift and request department technical assistance; make adjustments as necessary to ensure optimum performance of process.
• Report and track all production data into the appropriate information systems.
• Must be proficient with all measuring equipment i.e. micrometers, gages, etc.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the lean system and the ability to control the correct location of associated Kanban tickets.
• Assist/perform changeovers as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• 1-3 years related work experience and/or training preferred

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies acquired knowledge and skills to complete standard tasks
• Readily learns and applies new information and methods to work in assigned area
• Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications
• Works on routine assignments that require some problem resolution
• Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods
• Adheres to all quality guidelines
• Works under moderate degree of supervision
• Work typically involves regular review of output by work lead or supervisor
• Refers complex unusual problems to supervisor

Pay rate:$17.00 per hour

Bonus eligible:No

Benefits:Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close:11/11/2026

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.