Lead Machine Operator

FULL-TIME

$20.64/hr

Primary duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Operate one or more pieces of machinery across multiple departments. 
- Perform operations efficiently and safely with minimal supervision. 
- Monitor production to assure quality standards are met. 
- Able to train new operators.
- Be able to shift between departments based on demand fluctuations in critical positions.
- Assist the Line Lead and Group Lead with ensuring the department follows the production schedule
- Provide coverage in the absence of Line Leads and Group Leads for supervisory responsibilities when necessary
- Start and stop machine at specified intervals. Operate machine(s) per specifications at standard efficiency.
-Perform set-up duties and make minor equipment adjustments as agreed upon with Maintenance.
- Immediately stops malfunctioning equipment and notifies supervisor or mechanic that repairs or adjustments are necessary.
- Report to supervisor any situation where the operation deviates from acceptable quality, production or safety standards.
- Monitor raw material usage and report excessive loss to the supervisor.
- Document daily production, as required.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work area and keep equipment cleaned at all times.
- Follow all company rules and regulations, per the Employee Handbook or department policy.
- Perform other duties as required. 
- Must be able to lift 40 pounds overhead
- Must be able to use hand tools, power tools and high-pressure washer
- Must be able to learn to operate machinery via PLC interface

CLT-03 WS-03 WS-TC WS-LC

Schedule

Shift start: 6:00AM
Shift length: 10 hours
Monday-Thursday with optional OT Fridays/Cleaning bonuses

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision insurance - available after 30 days
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan

Qualifications

• Must pass drug screen
• Must pass background check
• Can lift 40 lbs

At least 3 years of leadership experience | Experience managing a team of 10 people | Must be able to train on first shift (6am-4:30pm) then move to a split shift within the next few months (10am-8:30pm) then eventually move to a night shift (7:30pm-6am)