Production Setup & Machine Operator - 2nd shift

Job Description

Job Description

What You’ll Do

Set Up Production Equipment

✔ Set up machines at the start of production runs, including calibration, cleaning, and adjustments.

✔ Load raw materials and prepare semi-automated production equipment.

✔ Adjust machine settings such as speed, alignment, and operating parameters.

✔ Ensure proper setup after and during production runs to support consistent output.

Operate and Monitor Machines

✔ Operate production equipment throughout the shift to produce high-quality parts.

✔ Feed raw material or components into machines as needed.

✔ Monitor machine performance and make adjustments during production.

✔ Perform periodic checks to ensure machines are running efficiently and correctly.

Ensure Quality and Consistency

✔ Inspect parts using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.).

✔ Check finished output for defects such as trim quality, thickness, color variation, or structural issues.

✔ Separate and document approved and non-conforming parts.

✔ Maintain accurate production and quality records.

Troubleshoot and Support Production Flow

✔ Identify and resolve minor machine or process issues during production.

✔ Communicate equipment or quality concerns to leadership or maintenance as needed.

✔ Help reduce scrap and improve production consistency.

✔ Support continuous improvement efforts on the production floor.

Maintain a Safe and Organized Work Area

✔ Follow all safety procedures and lockout/tagout requirements.

✔ Maintain clean and organized workstations.

✔ Use required PPE at all times.

✔ Follow all production instructions and documentation requirements.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Competitive Pay

Earn $22.00–$26.00 per hour , based on experience.

Consistent Schedule

Enjoy a stable Monday–Friday 2nd shift schedule with weekends free .

Skilled, Hands-On Role

You’re not just loading machines—you’re setting them up, running them, and ensuring quality throughout production.

Variety in Your Work

A mix of setup, operation, inspection, and troubleshooting keeps every shift engaging.

Growth Opportunity

Build technical skills in setup, machine operation, and process troubleshooting in a modern manufacturing environment.

What Makes You a Great Fit

Required Qualifications

✔ Experience operating machinery in a manufacturing environment.

✔ Mechanical aptitude and ability to set up and adjust production equipment.

✔ Ability to use precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.).

✔ Ability to read work instructions, blueprints, or technical documentation.

✔ Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

✔ Ability to troubleshoot basic mechanical or process issues.

✔ Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Bonus Points If You Have

⭐ Experience in plastics, thermoforming, or high-speed production environments.

⭐ Previous machine setup or changeover experience.

⭐ Technical training or vocational education in manufacturing or machining.

⭐ Experience improving production efficiency or reducing scrap.

A Typical Day Might Include

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Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for long periods throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift and move materials as needed.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and hands-on machine adjustments.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools repeatedly.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with temperature variation and machine noise.
• Ability to wear required PPE at all times.

Work Environment

This role is performed in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where equipment setup, machine operation, and quality control all happen as part of the same production process. Safety, precision, and teamwork are essential to success.

Join a Team That Builds Quality from Setup to Finish

If you enjoy hands-on work where you can set up equipment, run production, and ensure quality throughout the entire process, this role is a strong fit. You’ll play a key part in keeping production efficient and delivering high-quality products every shift.

Apply today and help us run great production from start to finish!