Senior Production Operator & Team Lead

Aspen Surgical; Caledonia (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Aspen Surgical in Michigan is seeking a manufacturing operator to support production lines, perform changeovers, and maintain housekeeping and 5S standards. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adherence to work instructions while enabling growth across production cells.

You will use basic hand tools, assist maintenance, and help train team members to improve output and quality in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree a plus.
• Minimum 12 months of manufacturing facility experience.

Responsibilities

• Change over machine configurations for Form Fill Seal and Automated Assembly lines.
• Perform minor adjustments during changeovers and setups.
• Document turnover notes and data for senior staff.
• Carry out simple preventive maintenance and log activities.
• Assemble, inspect and package product per work instructions.
• Operate production lines ~80% of shift and maintain line efficiency.
• Train operators on new work instructions and procedures.
• Use hand tools proficiently and troubleshoot mechanical issues.
• Collaborate between operations and maintenance to determine escalation needs.
• Maintain 5S discipline and safe, organized work area.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Quality orientation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree a plus

Tools

Hand tools

IFS ERP

Job description

Aspen Surgical in Michigan is seeking a manufacturing operator to support production lines, perform changeovers, and maintain housekeeping and 5S standards. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adherence to work instructions while enabling growth across production cells.

You will use basic hand tools, assist maintenance, and help train team members to improve output and quality in a fast-paced environment.