Production Operator I

Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.; Virginia; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayville Engineering Company, Inc. in Virginia is seeking an entry-level Manufacturing Operator to support daily production. You will operate basic machinery, follow SOPs, load materials, and keep a safe, clean work area.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety policies, and reliability in a busy manufacturing environment. Prior experience is preferred but not required; on-the-job training is provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math skills and ability to follow instructions.
• Fluent in English with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team and follow safety guidelines.
• Experience with ERP systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate basic machinery according to SOPs.
• Load and unload materials into machinery.
• Monitor operations and report issues to supervisor.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Adhere to safety and company policies.
• Assist in troubleshooting machine issues.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Machinery basics

Safety guidelines

Teamwork

Basic math

ERP systems

English fluency

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Responsibilities

1. Operates basic machinery in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
2. Loads and unloads materials into machinery.
3. Monitors machine operations and reports any issues to the supervisor.
4. Performs routine checks and maintenance of equipment.
5. Maintains a clean and organized work area.
6. Adheres to all safety and company policies.
7. Assists in troubleshooting machine issues.
8. May perform other duties as assigned.

Job Skills Requirements

• Basic understanding of machinery and production processes.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Basic math skills.
• Computer skills including ERP systems.
• Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location.

Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent education and experience.

Experience Requirements

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred but not required.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Some physical demand; often lifts light to heavy-weight material. Frequent lifting/moving average weight (up to 50lbs/11-27 kgs) material.
• Ability to perform occasional to frequent pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, twisting, crawling and/or reaching over a full work shift (8-12 hours).
• Ability to operate motorized vehicles over a full work shift (8-12 hours).
• Ability to stand and / or walk constantly over a full work shift on concrete (8-12 hours).
• May be exposed to noise levels for which hearing protection is required to be worn over a full work shift (8-12 hours).

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