Robotic Cell Operator – Aluminum/Steel Panels (First Shift)

Front Door Defense; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

PTO

Stock options

Job summary

Machina Labs is seeking a Manufacturing Cell Technician / Operator to support production in our robotic manufacturing environment. This hands‑on role requires operating equipment, loading and positioning panels, and following documented processes to maintain safety, quality, and on‑time delivery.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail‑oriented, comfortable with automated equipment, and collaborative with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, fabrication, machining, or industrial production preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience using common hand tools.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, work orders, routers, travelers, and basic manufacturing documentation.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate machinery and associated production equipment.
• Load, unload, position, align, and secure aluminum and steel panels and components.
• Verify material, tooling, fixtures, setup, and orientation before beginning production operations.
• Follow approved work instructions, drawings, routers, travelers, work orders, and standard operating procedures.
• Monitor equipment during operation and identify alarms, defects, abnormal conditions, or process issues.
• Perform basic machine adjustments and troubleshooting within established training and authorization.
• Complete required production and quality documentation accurately and maintain material traceability.
• Perform in‑process inspections and identify and elevate nonconforming material or process conditions.
• Use hand tools, torque tools, fixtures, clamps, and other production equipment safely and correctly.
• Partner with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance to resolve manufacturing and equipment issues.
• Support 5S, Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement activities focused on safety, quality, productivity, and material flow.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Ability to read work instructions

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Torque tools

Job description

Machina Labs is seeking a Manufacturing Cell Technician / Operator to support production in our robotic manufacturing environment. This hands‑on role requires operating equipment, loading and positioning panels, and following documented processes to maintain safety, quality, and on‑time delivery.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail‑oriented, comfortable with automated equipment, and collaborative with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance teams.