Metallizer - Machine Operator - 1st shift

Kelly Services; Newburyport (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick time

Vacation Time

Holidays

Health, Dental and Vision

401K with company match

Employee Discount Programs

Job summary

ITW ShineMark, NA in Newburyport, MA is seeking a Metallizer – Machine Operator for 1st shift. Responsibilities include operating metallization equipment, reading schedules, changing setups, and ensuring product quality. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and prior manufacturing experience.

The role requires attention to detail, basic computer skills, and willingness to work across departments. Overtime and weekend shifts are possible as part of the schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Manufacturing environment or mechanical aptitude preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read schedule and determine timing for production changeovers.
• Start/stop machine via control panel.
• Align or fasten machine parts using hand tools.
• Thread or feed film through rollers and adjust speeds.
• Observe for defects and adjust wire feed, speed.
• Set up and operate equipment for metallization on films.
• Test and measure product to ensure specifications.
• Clean machine and parts between runs.
• Move materials with carts or pallet; forklift driving optional.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Computer skills

Flexible to work across teams

5S experience

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Kelly Now Hiring: Metallizer – Machine Operator – 1st shift | Direct Hire at ITW (Illinois Tool Works), Newburyport MA 01950.

Shift Schedule & Pay Rate:

1st shift: 7 am – 3:30 pm – $21 – $23/hr.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Metallizer – Machine Operator

• Read schedule to determine timing for production changeovers needed at metallizer machine.
• Stop and start operation of machine using control panel
• Align or fasten machine parts such as rollers and boats by using hand tools.
• Thread or feed film through rollers, and adjust wire feeds, speed and line speed of product or machine.
• Observe machine and product during operation to detect defects or deviations from specification, and make machine adjustments to wire feed, speed.
• Perform a variety of machine setups and operations to imprint a metallization, and design onto various film, and rewinding, as well as material handling and finished product.
• Examine, measure, test product to ensure conformance to specifications. Follow testing procedures and operate quality testing equipment. Make pass/fail decision, may consult with supervisors and/or technical staff on questionable items.
• Clean machine and parts between runs (one to several times per shift). Confined space entry may be required (machine specific).
• Material handling of product and machine parts (load, unload, pack, and transport) using carts, pallet.
• Operating and driving a Forklift/Fork truck.

OTHER DUTIES

• Use computer equipment to print production run sheets and labels and perform QA testing.
• Follow hazardous material handling requirements when working with solvents.
• Attain thorough knowledge of all product codes, color numbering system, and jumbo tag system.
• Cross train and operate equipment in other teams and assist other operators as needed.
• Record production run quantities following SOP’s, job order, and perform quality controls checks on product and materials.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience within a manufacturing environment and /or mechanical aptitude are preferred

COMPETENCIES

• Intermediate Computer Skills
• Attention to detail and strong verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to learn and the Flexibility to work in other departments within ITW ShineMark, NA as assigned.
• Experience with 5S helpful but not required
• Ability to adapt to a challenging and demanding work environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk, around the machines to perform visual inspections of the product, sit as needed.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to climb ladders and stairs
• Additionally, reach with hands and arms. Hear machinery, fork trucks/forklift, other employees and have ability to talk with others.
• Completing a respiratory clearance exam and using a respirator as needed for certain aspects of the position.
• Lift ,push, pull and/or move up to 85 pounds as needed.
• Our campus is 100% non-smoking and all candidates must agree to comply with this policy requirement.

HOURS OF WORK

• Monday – Friday 2nd shift 2pm – 10pm
• Must be willing to work overtime, 1 to 2 weekends (Saturday and Sunday) at least 1-2 times a month.

BENEFITS

• Sick time
• Vacation Time
• Holidays
• Health, Dental and Vision
• 401K with company match
• Employee Discount Programs

Don’t miss the opportunity to build your manufacturing career with a hands-on team. If you’re motivated, dependable, and ready to learn.