Technicians- 3rd Shift

Description

Technical Machine Operator (Path to Technician 1)

3rd Shift |Sunday-Thursday| 11:00 PM-7:00 AM | $20-$26/hr + Shift Differential | Paid Technical Training

We are seeking mechanically experienced Machine Operators who want a clear, structured path into a Technician 1 role.
This position is designed for individuals who already have hands-on machine experience and are ready to grow into advanced setup, adjustment, and troubleshooting responsibilities.

This is not a basic "load-and-run" operator role.

About the Role

In this position, you will work hands-on with modern production equipment used to manufacture weatherstripping and specialty products. You will learn machine setup, process adjustments, and troubleshooting while working closely with maintenance and technicians.

Successful candidates are naturally curious, mechanically minded, and want to advance beyond basic operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Run, adjust, and monitor production equipment
• Perform machine setups, changeovers, and process adjustments
• Troubleshoot minor mechanical and process issues
• Support technicians during repairs and technical improvements
• Follow technical work instructions, safety, and quality standards
• Accurately record downtime, scrap, and production data

Who We're Looking For

This role is best suited for candidates who:

• Have strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on machine experience
• Have worked with extrusion, plastics, manufacturing equipment, or mechanical systems
• Enjoy problem-solving and understanding how machines work
• Want a long-term career path into Technician or Maintenance roles
• Can work independently and follow detailed technical procedures

Experience examples that fit well:

• Machine setup or changeover experience
• Mechanical adjustments, tooling, or troubleshooting
• Manufacturing, extrusion, plastics, or industrial equipment experience

Why Join Us?

• Brand-new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility
• Paid technical training with a defined advancement path
• Stable, growing global manufacturing leader
• Opportunity to develop advanced machine setup, troubleshooting, and technical skills

Apply If:

You have mechanical experience, want to grow into a Technician role, and are ready for higher technical responsibility.

Qualified candidates are selected carefully and interviewed promptly.

JOB FUNCTION:

Our machine operators are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of equipment and processes utilized in the production of quality weather stripping/specialty products for our customers. Machine Operator I works closely and communicates with the technicians, supervisors, and other personnel as necessary to maintain continuous operation of the equipment and processes.

Upon successful completion of machine operator training, the operator's primary responsibility is to keep the machines accurately running. Upon learning advanced skills, will assist technicians to solve and troubleshoot issues, change over, and or equipment repairs.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Safety

• Follows all safety work practices as outlined in standard work procedures
• Supports plant or departmental safety initiatives

Quality

• Performs all quality inspections in accordance with standard work instructions
• Ensures product is within specification tolerances
• Completes inspection audit sheet or charting requirements
• Informs technician of quality issues on the production line

Productivity

• Follows standard work for light priorities
• Set up and recalibrate production equipment according to GMPs and SOPs
• Notifies area technician of issues with the production lines to ensure prompt resolution
• Replenishes raw material supply on machines
• Removes finished product
• Makes minor adjustments to machines
• Performs minor repairs

Records problems

• Records time and reason machine is out of operation
• Records time when the machine is back online
• Records repairs needed to machine
• Records amount and reason for scrap

Other duties as assigned

MEASUREMENT AREAS:

• Housekeeping of area
• Quality products
• Documentation accuracy
• Preparedness and organization
• Productivity, ability to maintain assigned machines including material change times

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma, GED, or TASC preferred
• Must be able to read, understand, and successfully follow all requirements of safety, standard work/work instructions, and key quality metrics
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills required
• One-year manufacturing experience preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop/squat, climb stairs, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear. The employee must frequently lift/or move up to a maximum of 50 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Shift
Various Shifts

Pay Range
$20-$26 per hour

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Post Internal Days
0

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt

Category
Manufacturing

Location
Ultrafab South (UFS)

EOE Statement
Ultrafab Inc. provides Equal Employment Opportunity with respect to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, job assignments, transfers, demotions, training, leaves of absence, layoff, benefits, termination, and employer-sponsored activities, including social and recreational programs. This policy prohibits discrimination against all legally protected classes including, but not limited to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), creed, age, color, religion (including wearing attire, clothing, or facial hair in accordance with the tenets of religion), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and transgender status), gender identity and expression, reproductive health decisions, marital status, familial status, national origin, physical or mental disability (including gender dysphoria and being a certified medical marijuana patient), sexual orientation, domestic violence victim status, criminal history, veteran status, genetic information (including predisposing genetic characteristics) or any other characteristic protected by law."

About the Organization
We are a privately held manufacturing company headquartered in Farmington, New York. Our main manufacturing facility is approximately 20 minutes east of Downtown, Rochester, NY. In addition, we have two production facilities, Ultrafab West in McPherson, Kansas, and Ultrafab South in Greer, South Carolina. We are proud of the industry reputation we have earned for our quality, commitment to service, employee development, and community support. Founded in 1970, we have close to 300 employees supporting our two divisions:

Pile Weatherstrip and Extruded Components (sold into the window and door industries)
Specialty Products (sold to OEMs)
We believe our success is dependent upon the success of our employees. We cannot achieve company success without satisfied customers, and we cannot maintain satisfied customers without satisfied employees. Thus, we strive to offer competitive wages, challenge and growth opportunities, an attractive benefits package, and a good work environment to all employees.

If you are up to the challenge and have the skills that we are currently looking for, we encourage you to apply.

Company Website

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