Machine Minder (1st Shift)

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Machine Operator in our Carpet Cushion Department, at our Richmond Plant location (2400 Richmond Highway, Richmond VA 23234). This position will work on a team at the Carpet Cushion Production Line. This position will operate and monitor industrial machinery to produce high-quality carpet padding according to specifications.
This position is Monday through Friday, 1st Shift (6:00am to 2:30pm). Additionally, in order to meet production needs, all employees in our manufacturing industry are expected to work more than 8-hour shifts and on weekends (if needed).
Compensation for this position is $24.99 per hour. This amount increases at 3 months totaling to $27.22 per hour
Essential Functions Set up, operate, and monitor industrial carpet cushion line machinery and equipment
Adjust machine settings to meet product specifications and production requirements
Inspect finished products for quality and report defects or inconsistencies
Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on equipment
Maintain accurate production records and logs
Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean work environment
Meet production targets and deadlines
Communicate issues or equipment malfunctions to team and Supervisor
Must successfully be forklift certified.
Other duties as assigned
Education And Experience High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must have at least 2 years of experience operating an industrial machine in a manufacturing, chemical, or production environment
Must successfully pass Carpenter Co.'s Forklift Certification process
Other Required Skills And Abilities Team Work; Attendance and Punctuality; Dependability; Quality, Quantity
Important Notes Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic.
Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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