Production Associate / Machine Operator

Shelby American, Inc.; Bordentown (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an entry-level Machine Operator to join their dynamic team in Bordentown, NJ. In this role, you will be responsible for fabricating fiberglass insulation, ensuring that products meet or exceed customer specifications. The ideal candidate will have basic computer skills, a focus on safety and quality, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment while contributing to innovative production processes. If you're eager to learn and grow in a supportive atmosphere, this could be the perfect fit for you!

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates machines to fabricate fiberglass insulation.
• Maintains machine and ensures quality standards are met.

Skills

Basic Computer Knowledge

Safety Awareness

Quality Control

Manual Dexterity

Basic Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Sheeters

Press Machines

Laminators

CNC Machines

Compression Equipment

Trash Compactor

Job description

Description

Pacor, located in Bordentown, NJ, is looking to add an entry level Machine Operator to their staff. A Machine Operator fabricates fiberglass insulation, meeting or exceeding customer specifications by utilizing sheeters, press machines, laminators and CNC machines, along with assembly and other assigned duties.

The ideal candidate has basic computer knowledge, the ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly, and a focus on safety and quality.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Produces Product by use of machine.

• Assures operational status of machine at beginning of shift.
• Reviews production work orders to determine type and quantity of production materials needed.
• Verifies that material received from Warehouse Associate matches material listed on work order.
• Sets up appropriate equipment making necessary adjustments/loads/feeds material into machine.
• Removes finished product from machine.
• Loads finished product into appropriate shipping containers.
• Maintains accurate count of parts packed.
• Assures quality by comparison of finished product with print or template.
• Completes required First and Last article inspections.
• Inspects completed cartons at end of each job run to assure they are labeled in accordance with work traveler.
• If using a die press, removes dies not required for next job run.
• Cleans and inspects die.
• Reports any damage to Supervisor.
• Returns die to proper location on die rack.
• Vacuums and cleans work center thoroughly.
• Scans in actual run time, including set-up time.

2. Maintains Machine

• Clean up machine and area around machine.
• Ensure operational status and contact maintenance if there is a problem.
• Make minor adjustments to ensure items produced are meeting the quality standards for the order.
• Produces product by Assembly.

3. Other Duties.

• Packs finished goods by use of compression equipment.
• Operates oven, if applicable to location.
• Operates trash compactor.
• Actively participates in QP3/Lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Any other duties as requested.

Requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent general education degree.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Use and read a ruler to within 1/16 of an inch.
• Accurately complete basic math skills including calculating linear/square footage and work with fractions using a calculator.
• Use a computer to understand blueprints and read work orders.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance, on a regular basis.
• Previous manufacturing/machine operation experience.

Physical Demands: The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, and kneel. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and on occasion lift and/or move 50 pounds, with or without the use of material handling equipment. The employee must have average manual dexterity. The employee must have average vision, with or without correction. The employee must have the ability to communicate.