Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

The Machine Operator I is responsible for safely operating processing equipment, monitoring production processes, ensuring product quality, maintaining accurate documentation, and supporting a safe manufacturing environment. This role may also assist with inventory handling and shipping/receiving activities while adhering to strict quality and regulatory requirements. There is the option to work a first shift (7 AM - 7 PM) or an evening shift (7 PM to 7 AM).

Key Responsibilities

• Operate processing equipment according to operating procedures and safety regulations.
• Monitor process cycles, control systems, and equipment performance.
• Ensure proper handling and processing of customer products.
• Complete required production and quality documentation.
• Identify equipment issues, perform minor troubleshooting, and report major repairs.
• Respond appropriately to alarms and equipment malfunctions.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Place and retrieve monitoring devices used for quality and sterilization processes.
• Support inventory control, product receiving, labeling, and storage activities as needed.
• Participate in training and continuous skill development.
• Follow all quality system requirements with a focus on patient safety and product quality.

Must-Have Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
• Must reside within commuting distance of Coventry, RI.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Ability to work fully onsite.
• Ability to work a rotating 12-hour shift schedule (days or nights).
• Flexibility to attend daytime training during the first week.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality procedures, and documentation requirements.
• Strong reliability, attendance, and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ year of manufacturing, machine operation, production, warehouse, or industrial experience.
• Experience operating production or processing equipment.
• Experience performing equipment monitoring and basic troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with manufacturing documentation, quality standards, or regulated environments.
• Shipping, receiving, inventory, or material handling experience.
• Experience working in a team-based production environment.