Distribution Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Stanley Black & Decker•Shelby, OH

About The Position

The Distribution Machine Operator operates and monitors distribution machinery to ensure proper function, product quality, and efficient output. The role follows standard work, safety standards, company policies, and plant rules. It involves understanding machine mechanical and system setups, making adjustments for changeovers or varying needs, performing minor preventative maintenance, and identifying potential problems to prevent downtime. The operator verifies carton contents and packaging quality, arranges contents efficiently to minimize shipping costs, and tracks hourly machine output. The position also includes training new operators and completing daily 6S activities, including organization, housekeeping, safety, and checking that materials and supplies are adequate. Overtime may be assigned when necessary, along with other duties as assigned. Stanley Black & Decker describes its work environment as innovative, technology-driven, and collaborative, supported by a global organization. The company emphasizes career development, lifelong learning, inclusion, community impact, and sustainable business practices. Benefits include medical, dental, life, vision, wellness, disability, and retirement benefits; an Employee Stock Purchase Plan; paid time off; tuition reimbursement; and product and partner discounts.

Requirements

Knowledge of safe machine practices.
Solid organizational skills.
Physical agility, technical ability, and spatial understanding.
Coordination and ability to keep up with machines.
Aptitude for operating machine controls and solid PC skills, including the ability to use software effectively.
Ability to perform minor equipment maintenance.
Self-motivation and a desire to achieve a high level of success.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Good problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of the organization.
Ability to work, contribute, and succeed in a team environment.
Ability to lift 40 pounds repeatedly.

Responsibilities

Follow standard work, safety standards, company policies, and general plant rules.
Maintain and monitor machines to ensure they function properly.
Understand machine mechanical and system setups and adjust machines for changeovers, different functions, or other varying needs.
Perform minor preventative maintenance and recognize potential issues to avoid downtime.
Verify carton contents are complete and cartons or bags meet quality standards.
Arrange carton contents efficiently to minimize shipping costs.
Maintain and track machine output by hour.
Train new operators on machine operations and responsibilities.
Complete daily 6S activities, including organization, safety, housekeeping, and verifying adequate materials and supplies are available.
Work assigned overtime when necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.