Manufacturing Machine Operator - Lean & Safety Focus

Brady Corporation; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Overtime opportunities

Education reimbursement opportunities

Job summary

Brady Corporation operates in Milwaukee, producing high-quality safety and identification products. The Machine Operator will run equipment across value streams, ensuring defect-free outputs that meet customer expectations.

You will follow standard work, adhere to safety policies, and support continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining clean, organized production areas. The role requires basic math and computer skills, the ability to lift 50 lbs, and a flexible schedule for overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic math and computer skills (Email, MS Office, G Suite, and data entry).
• Ability to read and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Flexible in schedule to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs repeatedly and stand for 100% of shift.
• Ability to bend, twist, crawl, climb and reach to perform job duties.
• Push/pull 22 lbs.
• Read a micrometer accurately within 0.0005".

Responsibilities

• Weighing and mixing raw materials following batch instructions.
• Work with hazardous materials utilizing engineering controls and PPE.
• Learn and contribute to Lean/5S/Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Perform production equipment set up, clean up, safe operation, and operator level maintenance of assigned equipment.
• Identify and maintain quality standards while meeting daily and weekly production goals.
• Understand and follow established standard work documents.
• Perform adjustments to production equipment as necessary.
• Communicate production performance to appropriate leaders and departments.
• Support area goals for continuous improvement by serving on project teams as required.
• Adhere to Brady’s attendance, safety, and other company policies.
• Maintain general housekeeping and clean production areas at end of every shift.
• Provide support within other production areas as needed and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic math

Computer skills

Reading instructions

Overtime flexibility

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometer

Job description

Brady Corporation operates in Milwaukee, producing high-quality safety and identification products. The Machine Operator will run equipment across value streams, ensuring defect-free outputs that meet customer expectations.

You will follow standard work, adhere to safety policies, and support continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining clean, organized production areas. The role requires basic math and computer skills, the ability to lift 50 lbs, and a flexible schedule for overtime.