Manufacturing Equipment Operator

Polytek Development Corp.; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly motivated individual to join their dynamic team in manufacturing. This role involves preparing work by following assembly instructions, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe working environment. Candidates will benefit from on-the-job training and will be part of a collaborative team focused on quality and efficiency. If you have a strong work ethic and are ready to contribute to a thriving company, this position offers a great opportunity to grow and develop your skills in the manufacturing sector. Join a company that values safety, teamwork, and personal development.

Qualifications

• Must be able to understand, speak, write, and read English.
• One year manufacturing experience preferred; on-the-job training provided.

Responsibilities

• Prepare work by following assembly instructions and gathering parts.
• Maintain a safe working environment and comply with safety rules.
• Assist with labeling, packaging, and boxing goods for shipping.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Basic math skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Job description

Description

Polytek Development Corp. is a leading manufacturer of mold making and casting materials. Polytek is currently looking for a highly motivated, experienced, and extremely organized individual to join our rapidly expanding company.

Essential Job Functions:

Major tasks and other key responsibilities include:

• Proficient understanding of preparing work to be accomplished by following assembly instructions and parts lists; gathering parts, tools, and materials.
• Verifies labels and packaging requirements.
• Resolves any issues with assembly or packaging instructions working with team members and supervisor.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Crosstrained on multiple pieces of equipment.
• Perform operation of assigned bottling equipment.
• Basic set-up and start-up of line equipment.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of assigned bottling equipment.
• Compile and update process data, specifications, and repair and test procedures.
• Use real-time database to monitor/input data and track performance of equipment and production activities to requirements of assigned equipment.
• Conserves resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Assist with labeling, packaging, and boxing goods preparing them for shipping.
• Understand hazards of products through company-provided training and reading Safety Data Sheets and labels.
• Wear proper personal protective equipment (e.g., gloves and safety glasses) and follow all provided safety rules.
• Report safety concerns immediately to your supervisor.
• Follow all rules set forth in Polytek’s Employee Policy Manual.
• All other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time and perform repetitive tasks.
• Must be able to lift and/or move items up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to bend, squat, walk, stand, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and repeatedly ascend/descend short flights of stairs/ladders for a full shift.
• Must be able to talk, hear and see with vision abilities including close/near, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Must wear job-specific Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the entirety of the shift.

Education and Experience:

• Must be able to understand, speak, write and read English.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year manufacturing experience preferred; on-the-job training to be provided.
• Reasonable analytical skills.
• Proficient with simple math, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• In-depth knowledge of and experience on the line that they will be operating.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to effectively manage time and follow directions.
• Willingness and ability to train an Assembler II.
• Basic computer experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.