Machine Operator Tier 1 - First Shift

Thales • Chanhassen, MN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an on-site Machine Operator Tier 1 position in Chanhassen, Minnesota. The role operates production machinery, monitors output quality and machine performance, makes small adjustments, and supports production, quality inspection, and mailing of materials and finished goods. The operator maintains equipment, records production and inventory information, follows ISO controls, and helps keep the shop floor clean and supplied. The position also requires reviewing job sheets and proofs, communicating production or maintenance concerns to management, troubleshooting minor machine issues, and sharing status information during shift transitions.

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.
• Ability to distinguish colors across the full color spectrum.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion and demonstrate excellent eye-hand coordination.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Must successfully complete a post-offer background check.

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 output quality and machine performance.
• Make small machine adjustments with 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 logs, raw-material receipt and inventory, ISO controls, and finished-goods records.
• Shred destruction materials.
• Stock materials and prepare them for production.
• Clean the shop floor weekly, including sweeping and removing trash.
• Manage personal work time and maintain focus on detailed tasks for extended periods.
• 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 quality, production, and maintenance issues to the Production Supervisor or Production Manager.
• Identify and evaluate machine-operation issues and initiate corrective action, seeking assistance or advice when needed.
• Communicate job and machine status and other relevant information to incoming operators during shift transitions.
• Use maintenance training and hands-on experience to diagnose and repair minor machine issues.
• Provide feedback about training and manuals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Elective health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options.
• Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance, Whole Group Life with LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance.
• Legal Plan, Identity Theft protection, and Pet Insurance.
• Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days, with company contribution and matching and no vesting period.
• Company-paid holidays and Paid Time Off.
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed