Machine Operator II
About The Position
The Machine Operator II performs more complex production-related packaging and labeling tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, in addition to Machine Operator I tasks. The role operates a range of complex equipment, including All Fill 205/305A Piston Filler, AST 5/55 Gallon Pump, AST Twin Piston Filler, Freeman, Minister, Notron Piston Inserter, Preco, Standard Mark Andy, Standard Pace, Sulzer Piston Inserter, and/or Tridak Piston Inserter. The operator may guide the work of junior staff. The position works in a production or assembly-line manufacturing environment and produces parts to customer specifications, including required quantities and tolerances. It involves creating, maintaining, reviewing, and improving work specifications; measuring first pieces and production parts; verifying work-order details; maintaining records and lot traceability; and safely handling materials, products, inventory, and equipment. The role is based in Houston, Texas 77095, and is full-time.
Requirements
- Three years of manufacturing, machine-operation, and/or assembly-line experience.
- Strong understanding and visualization of work specifications and ability to conceptualize manufacturing processes.
- Intermediate understanding of machine parts and ability to distinguish acceptable from defective parts.
- Understand machine pinch points and safety considerations when starting and ending machine operations.
- Ability to recognize and correct general machine-related problems.
- Ability to identify non-conforming materials.
- Ability to recognize and use machine settings to improve accuracy, speed, and yield.
- Good English reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
- Ability to perform basic arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals.
- Visual acuity, with corrective vision if needed, to read instructions, operate machinery, and inspect parts.
- Ability to set up each machine.
- Working knowledge of general accident-prevention practices.
- Solid understanding of the slitting and/or filling process.
- Resourceful, dedicated, inquisitive, attentive to detail, and conscious of quality and safety; demonstrates urgency, reliability, punctuality, and conscientiousness about production performance.
- Must pass pre-employment drug screening, previous-employment verification, and federal and county criminal background checks.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship; the employer does not sponsor work visas.
- Manual dexterity to apply labels, close containers, fill and seal bags, pack boxes, and operate machines properly.
- Ability to perform steady work involving frequent stooping and bending.
- Ability to frequently lift and carry 30 pounds.
- Must wear proper safety equipment while handling hazardous materials in the work environment.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Certified Fork Lift Operator preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform complex production-related packaging and labeling tasks and operate the listed manufacturing equipment.
- Work in a production or assembly-line environment to meet customer requirements documented in work specifications, job travelers, work instructions, or customer drawings.
- Create and maintain work specifications; measure first pieces to validate machine setup with assistance from QA and in accordance with First Article Inspection Report requirements.
- Produce the required quantity of parts within specified tolerances.
- Participate in contract review by verifying part numbers, revision levels, and other information against work orders, work instructions, and customer drawings; bring inconsistencies to the manager's attention.
- Evaluate and enhance documented work specifications and related information.
- Read and understand complex work specifications, including material callouts, packaging and labeling requirements, dimensions, and tolerances.
- Maintain a clean work environment and safely handle materials, products, and inventory.
- Label materials properly to support lot traceability and shelf-life tracking.
- Maintain accurate paperwork for work orders and quantities produced.
- Measure produced parts to determine whether they meet customer tolerances.
- Care for equipment and complete daily log checks and entries.
- Maintain training and follow safe machine-operation procedures, including use of safety guards, applicable work attire, and machine guarding rules.
- Guide the work of junior staff when needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
