Senior Press Line Operator & Lead - 1st Shift

Electrolux Group; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrolux Group is seeking a Press Line Operator – Level 5 at our Kinston, NC facility. The role focuses on operating, monitoring, and optimizing Press Line equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality output.

This senior position includes guiding lower‑level operators and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The candidate will handle advanced setup, troubleshooting, and collaboration with maintenance, engineering, and QA to meet production goals while upholding safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certification or associate degree preferred.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience with press line or similar equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and safety standards.
• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex equipment and process issues.
• Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement training.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor Press Line equipment at advanced proficiency.
• Perform advanced setup, changeovers, and calibrations to meet schedules.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and process issues with maintenance coordination.
• Lead QA to ensure specifications and regulatory compliance.
• Identify and implement process improvements to boost efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Train and mentor lower-level operators on procedures, safety, and best practices.
• Review production docs and ensure logs and batch records are accurate.
• Enforce safety policies and participate in audits and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and supervision on new products and upgrades.
• Serve as acting lead or backup supervisor when assigned.

Skills

Press Line operations

Troubleshooting

Continuous improvement

Manufacturing experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certification

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Forklift certification

Production systems software

Job description

Electrolux Group is seeking a Press Line Operator – Level 5 at our Kinston, NC facility. The role focuses on operating, monitoring, and optimizing Press Line equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality output.

This senior position includes guiding lower‑level operators and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The candidate will handle advanced setup, troubleshooting, and collaboration with maintenance, engineering, and QA to meet production goals while upholding safety