Machine Operator Specialist 1 Direct

Machine Operator Specialist 1 Direct

Date: Jul 11, 2026

Location: Littleton, CO, US

Company: Terumo BCT, Inc.

Requisition ID: 34693

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, our 8,000+ global associates proud to come to work each day, knowing that what we do impacts the lives of patients around the world. For Terumo, for Everyone, Everywhere. We make medical devices and related products that are used to collect, separate, manufacture and process various components of blood and cells. With our innovative technologies and service offerings, we touch a patient's life every second of every day and are committed to continuing to increase the number of patients we serve. Advancing healthcare with heart. With some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, an unmatched global footprint, comprehensive benefits and a distinct culture, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is a great place to work, grow and be part of a team that is focused on making a difference. Join us and help shape wherever we go next. You create your future and ours.

The primary function of this job is to support the production of the Rika automated equipment. This job requires accountability for manufacturing procedures and associated documentation for automated manufacturing equipment and processes. This includes material handling functions, inspecting product, testing, assembling, bonding, or welding components or subassemblies together in accordance with assembly drawings and written procedures.

Essential Duties

• Supports automated processes and complies with procedures including safety, quality, and efficiencies.
• Applies extensive knowledge to adhere to GMP compliance on the manufacturing floor.
• Operates automated equipment along with associated work cells, including start up and shut down.
• Provides and receives constructive feedback without shutting down communication among team members.
• Escalates problems promptly and effectively.
• Updates the visual management board for zone performance and participates in the Tier 1 meetings.
• Ensures efficiency of material loading and unloading for automated processes.
• Conducts thorough practices with inspecting, packaging, and labeling of product.
• Contributes to resolution and sorting of PDF products and processes.
• Requires the ability to work overtime to meet business needs.
• Interfaces frequently with computer and understands navigational functions with HMI's (Human Machine Interface).

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• May assist with covering areas in material handling.
• May be required to assist leadership with floor coverage and coordination.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Education: High school diploma or GED.

Experience: Experience in Process Control (PC) testing and molding/welding quality requirements is preferred. Working knowledge with HMI interactions is preferred. Process knowledge of the Auto Cell and RF work centers is preferred. Demonstrated knowledge and maintained competency in all areas required at the assembler level.

Skills: Knowledge and understanding of safety protocols required for operating automated and semi-automated equipment. Advanced understanding of manufacturing operating procedures that apply to technical, automated, and semi-automated operating systems. Require extensive knowledge and understanding of process control activities and functions. Strong team cooperation and ability to prioritize workload to meet schedule requirements. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Knowledge and use of relevant PC software applications and skills to use them effectively.

Physical Requirements

Manufacturing Environment requirements include: use of personal protective equipment, reading, speaking, hearing, walking, bending, standing, stretching/reaching, and hand/finger dexterity. Must be able to work in a clean room environment, adhere to associated policies, and perform gowning of clean room attire in the allotted time prior to start up. Requires ability to lift up to 50 pounds and transport up to 500 pounds via carts or mechanized equipment. Requires good manual dexterity and visual acuity including ability to distinguish colors. Must be able to maintain pace with the area assigned. Requires the ability to regularly perform repetitive motions. Must be able to work under florescent lighting. Requires the ability to bond using repetitive moderate force gripping. Requires the ability to sit or stand through the duration of a shift.

Target Pay Range: $21.33 to $24.51 - Hourly pay rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data

Target Bonus on Base: 7.0%

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, we provide competitive total reward offerings that consist of compensation, benefits, recognition, along with a wealth of other well-being, work-life and recognition programs which support in unlocking the potential for you and your family. Included in our expansive list of benefits offerings are multiple group medical, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, life insurance and disability coverages, also a variety of voluntary programs such as group accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and much more. To help you save for retirement, we offer a 401(k) plan with a matching contribution and for work-life balance we have vacation and sick time programs for associates. For us, it's about protecting the personal welfare of our associates and their families, helping to achieve personal goals and offering those extra touches for convenience, security and overall peace of mind.

Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is part of Terumo Group, founded in 1921 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. In 2024, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies reached $1.5 billion in revenue. We employ nearly 8,000 associates globally, with global headquarters in Lakewood, CO, U.S., and regional headquarters in Brussels, Buenos Aires, Singapore and Tokyo. We manufacture devices, disposable sets and solutions at our facilities in Belgium, India, Japan, Northern Ireland, the U.S. and Vietnam. Our global presence enables us to serve customers in more than 130 countries. Our core values help set our direction, guide our actions and keep us true to our corporate mission of contributing to society through healthcare. Respect Appreciative of others Integrity Guided by our mission Care Empathetic to patients Quality Committed to excellence Creativity Striving for innovation

We contribute to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS), raising $2.4 million USD since 2025. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service. Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is committed to providing a safe, healthy and secure working environment. Our Colorado campus locations are tobacco-free workplaces, and we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and detailed background verification.