Weekend Production Operator: Machinery & Growth (Waco)

AJNW; Waco (TX); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Employee Assistance Program

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Retirement savings plan with company

Job summary

AstenJohnson’s Waco plant is seeking a Weekend Operator to set up, operate, and maintain production machinery on a Thursday to Monday schedule. Day and night shifts run 7:00 AM–7:00 PM or 7:00 PM–7:00 AM, with a focus on safety, reliability, and quality production.

You will back up senior operators, train new staff, and help ensure continuous, efficient weekend operations while meeting production standards and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience as a Machine Operator.
• Successful completion of in-house slitter, forklift, and needlepunch operator certification.
• Ability to read and understand production and safety manuals.
• Strong multitasking and time management abilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven reliability and commitment to team success.
• Ability to create and maintain a respectful, safe work environment.
• Must be able to regularly lift 50–75 lbs.
• Compliance with all AstenJohnson safety policies and procedures is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain various machines in a production environment.
• Serve as a back-up for the senior operator in cases of absence or scheduled time off.
• Assist in training Production Assistants and new Operators as required.
• Set up, operate, and maintain slitters, roll formers, unwind stations, and related equipment.
• Operate and maintain forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
• Conduct in-progress and post-job product inspections per management direction.
• Set all machine parameters before operation and ensure calibration before and after production.
• Troubleshoot and correct machine faults promptly to minimize downtime.
• Adhere to all client job specifications and production standards.
• Complete all required production paperwork accurately and on time.
• Load and unload delivery trucks, trailers, and raw materials.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks and assist with preventive maintenance as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in all work areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support production and plant operations.

Skills

Machine operation

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Reading manuals

Education

High school diploma or GED

Needlepunch operator certification (in-house)

Tools

Slitter operation

Roll forming

Job description

AstenJohnson’s Waco plant is seeking a Weekend Operator to set up, operate, and maintain production machinery on a Thursday to Monday schedule. Day and night shifts run 7:00 AM–7:00 PM or 7:00 PM–7:00 AM, with a focus on safety, reliability, and quality production.

You will back up senior operators, train new staff, and help ensure continuous, efficient weekend operations while meeting production standards and safety protocols.