Production Machine Operator - Night Shift

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

Job summary

Bruegmann in Houston, Texas, is looking for a Production Machine Operator for the night shift. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and operating extrusion lines, performing basic maintenance, and ensuring product quality. The ideal candidate must have at least 3 years of experience in extrusion and a High School Diploma or GED. Pay ranges from $19 to $23 per hour, with opportunities for growth in a supportive environment.

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.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate extrusion lines.
• Start-up and shut down extrusion lines.
• Basic Maintenance when needed.
• Count parts before packing according to production standards.
• Follow safety protocols.

Skills

Basic mechanical skills

Ability to operate forklift

3+ years experience in extrusion

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Production Machine Operator - Night Shift

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 trouble shooting 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.

Working Conditions

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

Required Skills and 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.

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

Pay range

19 - 23 USD per hour (Bruegmann USA, Inc)