Manufacturing Trainee (Machine Operator)

SGS & Co; Butler, Northern (Butler County, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Propelis is seeking a Manufacturing Trainee (Machine Operator) to assist with setup, calibration, and operation of production machines in Butler, PA. You will inspect outputs, correct minor malfunctions, and ensure products meet tolerances using precision tools.

The role is onsite with potential travel; strong mechanical aptitude and collaboration are essential to succeed in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 3+ years of machine operating experience or equivalent.
• Basic MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.
• Strong analytical, planning and budgeting abilities.
• Effective communication, teamwork and ability to work independently.
• Willingness to travel locally, nationally or internationally.

Responsibilities

• Unloads parts and inspects for quality and performs equipment set-up.
• Operates various equipment to meet production needs.
• Maintains stock of material and machine parts.
• Determine parts to be manufactured based on production orders and stock.
• Observes machine operation to detect defects or malfunctions.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Math concepts

Planning

Prioritization

Autonomy

Overtime readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office Suite

Outlook

Internet applications

Job description

Manufacturing Trainee (Machine Operator)

Job Category: Production

Requisition Number: MANUF007639

• Posted : August 12, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Butler, PA 16002, USA

Description

Collide, part of the Propelis Group, provides brand activation solutions across print, promo, digital and fabrication, supporting large and small brands around the world from brand creation to implementation.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Machine Operator assists with the setup, calibration, and operation of machines used in production processes. This role inspects machine operations and finished product against specified tolerances using precision measuring tools and determines and corrects minor machine malfunctions. This is an onsite role in Butler, PA.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Unloads parts and inspects for quality and performs equipment set-up.
• Operates various equipment to meet production and business needs.
• Maintains stock of material and machine parts for equipment.
• Determine parts to be manufactured based upon production, orders and stock.
• Observes and maintains machines operation to detect defects or malfunctions.
• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred
• 3+ years of previous machine operating experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.
• Basic degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.
• Basic analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills.
• Basic verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).
• Basic understanding and application of mathematical concepts.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients.
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and management.
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.
• Possess a mechanical aptitude; ability to use a large variety of hand tools and basic knowledge of power tools, forklifts, welding equipment, and cutting torch.
• Ability to work overtime as necessary.

PHYSICAL ASPECTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk, hear and see
• Regularly/Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly/Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold & heat, risk of electrical shock, and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment may be high.

* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

About Propelis:

Propelis is a portfolio of global marketing services and technology companies with a combined legacy of 150+ years, 2,000+ clients, 9,000 employees, and operations across 30 countries. Propelis provides the scale and support of a global organization while preserving the unique culture and identity of each company in its portfolio.

EEO Statement:

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We offer equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

We strive to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, we provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our Human Resource Team.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $16 - $18 USD hourly. Ultimately, in determining pay, we will consider the successful candidate's location, experience, and other job-related factors.

Group benefits currently include a selection of health care plans with prescription drug coverage, dental plan, vision plan, basic and supplemental life insurance, a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses or a health savings account based on plan selection, short/long term disability and 401(k) Savings Plan.

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Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Required

3 years:

Years of previous machine operating experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Basic degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.

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