Machine Operator Tier 1 - First Shift
About The Position
This is an on-site Machine Operator Tier 1 position in Chanhassen, Minnesota. The operator runs production machinery, monitors output quality and machine performance, makes small adjustments with company-supplied hand tools, and helps maintain equipment. The role also includes producing, inspecting, and mailing materials and finished goods; preparing and stocking materials; documenting production, inventory, ISO control, and finished-goods records; and shredding destruction materials. The operator reviews job sheets and approved proofs to confirm customer specifications, communicates quality, production, and maintenance issues to production leadership, and coordinates machine and job status with incoming operators during shift transitions. The position requires attention to detail, punctuality, teamwork, and the ability to focus for extended periods. It is based in a manufacturing environment and requires meeting the stated physical and safety requirements. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or green card holders and be able to obtain a post-hire Moderate Risk Public Trust clearance from the U.S. State Department. The position requires successfully completing a post-offer background check. The reference annual Total Target Cash compensation range is $38,894.25–$72,602.60. Thales provides an extensive benefits program to full-time employees working at least 30 hours per week and their eligible dependents.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen or Green Card holder.
- Must be a U.S. Person able to obtain a post-hire Moderate Risk Public Trust clearance from the U.S. State Department.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic math skills.
- Knowledge of basic hand tools.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including typing and Excel.
- Ability to prioritize workload.
- Ability to troubleshoot routine machine issues.
- Ability to accurately document checklists.
- Ability to interpret and follow established Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions.
- Ability to work and communicate effectively and courteously with coworkers.
Nice To Haves
- Technical education or experience.
- Up to 1 year of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
- Up to 1 year of machine or IT experience.
- Experience operating production machinery.
Responsibilities
- Operate production machinery while monitoring product quality and machine performance.
- Make small machine adjustments using company-supplied hand tools and other supplies to maintain product quality and production speed.
- Produce, inspect, and mail materials and finished goods.
- Maintain equipment in good working order.
- Document and audit production, raw-material receipt, ISO control, and finished-goods logs.
- Shred destruction materials.
- Stock materials and prepare them for production.
- Clean the shop floor weekly, including sweeping and removing trash.
- Assist other operators as needed, including covering machines during breaks and lunch.
- Review job sheets and approved proofs to determine customer specifications, including material and shipment requirements.
- Communicate relevant quality, production, and maintenance issues to the Production Supervisor or Production Manager.
- Identify and evaluate machinery-operation issues and initiate corrective action, seeking assistance or advice as needed.
- Convey job and machine status and other relevant shift-handover information to incoming operators.
- Use maintenance training and hands-on experience to diagnose and repair minor, quick-fix machine issues.
- Provide feedback about training and manuals.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Elective health, dental, and vision coverage; FSA/HSA; voluntary life and AD&D; whole group life with long-term care; critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance; legal plan; identity theft protection; and pet insurance.
- Retirement Savings Plan available after 30 days of employment, with company contribution and matching and no vesting period.
- Company-paid holidays and paid time off.
- Company-provided life insurance, AD&D, disability coverage, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
