Production Operator III - Turret Setup

MEC (Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.); Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Full time

Job summary

MEC (Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.) in Wheeling, IL is seeking a Machine Operator to operate complex machinery per SOPs, set up machines, monitor production, and ensure quality.

The role requires a high school diploma, up to five years of manufacturing experience, ability to read schematics, and strong teamwork and communication skills. Training and mentoring will be part of the responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Operates diverse machinery with SOP adherence.
• Able to read and interpret technical documents and schematics.
• Performs basic maintenance and monitors production quality.
• Trains and mentors entry-level operators.
• Follows safety and procedural standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate complex machinery according to SOPs.
• Oversee setups on basic machinery and production lines.
• Set up machines and adjust settings for tasks.
• Monitor production processes and perform quality checks.
• Conduct minor repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Train and mentor entry-level operators.
• Document production metrics and report discrepancies.
• Ensure safety and operational standards are met.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Operate machinery

Problem solving

Read schematics

Communication skills

Teamwork

ERP systems

English fluency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Starting rate for this role is $23 per hour

Job Responsibilities

• Operates complex machinery in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Oversees setups on basic machinery and production lines.
• Sets up machines and adjusts settings for various production tasks.
• Monitors production processes and performs quality checks.
• Conducts minor repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Trains and mentors entry-level machine operators.
• Documents production metrics and reports discrepancies.
• Ensures compliance with safety and operational standards.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Job Skills Requirements

• Proficient in operating various types of machinery.
• Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to interpret technical documents and schematics.
• Good communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• 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 required.

Experience Requirements

• Five years of previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred but not required.

Certifications

• Machine Operation or related field a plus

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).