Senior Machine Operator — Lead on the Floor (Mon–Fri)

Mosaic; Virginia; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mosaic is seeking a Lead Machine Operator for its manufacturing floor. This hands-on role focuses on operating and troubleshooting machinery, coordinating daily production, and ensuring quality products move off the line on schedule.

You don't need a formal supervisor title, but you will guide teammates, identify process improvements, and maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work environment on a Monday–Friday day shift on-site in Virginia.

Qualifications

• 2+ years hands-on manufacturing experience in machine operation.
• Experience setting up machines, changeovers or troubleshooting equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic measurements.
• Comfortable using a computer for basic production tracking.
• Dependable, organized and willing to take ownership of work.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Experience training or guiding other employees is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing equipment and assist with daily production.
• Set up machines, perform changeovers, and troubleshoot basic issues.
• Help keep production moving and jobs on schedule.
• Work with the team and provide guidance when needed.
• Inspect finished products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Track production, measurements, and other basic information.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Identify ways to improve efficiency and reduce production delays.

Skills

Hands-on manufacturing

Machine operation

Changeovers

Tape measure reading

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Basic production tracking on computer

Team training / guiding others

Job description

Mosaic is seeking a Lead Machine Operator for its manufacturing floor. This hands-on role focuses on operating and troubleshooting machinery, coordinating daily production, and ensuring quality products move off the line on schedule.

You don't need a formal supervisor title, but you will guide teammates, identify process improvements, and maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work environment on a Monday–Friday day shift on-site in Virginia.