Machinery Operator – Competitive Pay & Benefits

GardenCore; Wyoming (RI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan / group retirement savings

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

GardenCore is seeking a Machine Operator to operate manual and automated equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will set up production machinery, perform routine maintenance, and ensure quality output for customers.

The role requires 3+ years of related experience or equivalent, a high school diploma or GED, and a solid understanding of safety principles. Candidates should be able to lift up to 65 lbs and work both independently and as part of a team to meet daily production goals.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related experience in trades specific to job requirements; or equivalent.
• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Working knowledge of safety principles, such as lock-out/tag-out
• Physical ability to lift up to 65 lbs and perform bending, crouching, climbing, and reaching
• Ability to think independently while working in a team to meet daily production goals

Responsibilities

• Observe equipment operation and components, such as sensors, limit switches, proximity switches, conveyor belts, and photo eyes, to detect machine malfunction
• Operate equipment to optimum efficiency to meet quality, cost and operational requirements of daily schedules
• Notify management of any production, safety, quality or environmental concerns with equipment, operation or facility
• Knowledge of bagging specifications, ranges, targets to meet quality standards
• Daily cleanup of production work area with assistance from other personnel
• Understand and complete daily production forms accurately
• Perform routine maintenance of production equipment to include lubricating, fueling, and cleaning
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

Skills

Machine operation

Safety procedures

Team work

Preventive maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

GardenCore is seeking a Machine Operator to operate manual and automated equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will set up production machinery, perform routine maintenance, and ensure quality output for customers.

The role requires 3+ years of related experience or equivalent, a high school diploma or GED, and a solid understanding of safety principles. Candidates should be able to lift up to 65 lbs and work both independently and as part of a team to meet daily production goals.