Production Machine Operator - Mid Shift

Bruegmann; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 26,174 - 31,684; Full time

Job summary

Bruegmann is hiring a Machine Operator in Houston, Texas. The role involves setting up and operating extrusion lines, performing basic maintenance, and ensuring product quality. Candidates should have 3+ years of extrusion experience, a High School Diploma or GED, and basic mechanical skills. This is an on-site position with physical requirements including lifting and standing for extended hours. The pay range is $19 - $23 USD per hour.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in extrusion.
• Ability to operate or become certified on forklift.
• Willingness to learn and ability to perform basic mechanical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate extrusion lines.
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Count parts before packing according to production standards.

Skills

Basic mechanical skills

Experience in extrusion

Forklift operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree

Job description

Bruegmann is the trusted partner to the world’s leading retailers & brands. Our solutions provide value to all stakeholders and deliver sustainable innovation to a dynamic retail world. Our Mision is Serving our retail partners with innovative and compelling solutions.

About the role

The Machine Operator works closely with the Shift Supervisor and Production Manager to support daily production operations. This role involves line setup and shutdown, performing material handling, monitoring basic machine functions, and ensuring product quality and workplace cleanliness. The Machine Operator is an essential part of the production team and plays a key role in keeping operations running smoothly and efficiently.

What you’ll do

• Set up and operate extrusion lines.
• Start-up and shut down extrusion lines.
• Change tooling as required.
• Clean and put away tooling.
• Change adhesive tape rolls as required.
• Basic Maintenance when needed.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of equipment.
• Confirm work order completion, verify documentation.
• Count parts before packing according to production standards.
• Help pack and stack finished extrusions in correct sized boxes.
• Help palletize boxes with the correct number of boxes.
• Help build boxes for extrusion parts when needed.
• Label boxes with the correct labels.
• Keep work area clean.
• Follow safety protocols.
• Follow 5s standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred.
• 3+ years experience in extrusion.
• Basic mechanical skills and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to operate or become certified on forklift.
• Ability to lift and move materials as required in a warehouse environment.

Working Conditions

• Requires standing, walking, reaching, and lifting throughout the shift.
• May involve occasional overtime or weekend hours during inventory cycles.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand/walk 8+ hours.
• Ability to climb ladders or operate equipment.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to take direction.

The pay range for this role is: 19 - 23 USD per hour (Bruegmann USA, Inc)