Night Shift Machine Operator

Prysmian Group • Paragould, AR

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About The Position

Prysmian is hiring a Machine Operator to operate, monitor, and troubleshoot advanced manufacturing equipment used to produce wire and cable products. The role involves diagnosing equipment, product-quality, and process issues; making adjustments; and helping maintain safe, efficient production. Operators work with production, maintenance, and quality teams and may participate in cross-training and ongoing skills development.

The position is on a night shift from 5:00 PM to 5:00 AM on a 12-hour rotating schedule, with every other weekend scheduled. Prysmian offers technical and leadership advancement opportunities, cross-training across production operations, forklift certification opportunities, and exposure to sophisticated manufacturing technology.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior manufacturing experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to learn and operate complex manufacturing equipment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong attention to quality, safety, and production standards.
• Ability to multitask and solve problems in real time.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen, including medical marijuana testing.
• Ability to stand for up to 12 hours per shift and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to push and pull materials weighing up to 66 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to frequently bend, squat, reach, grasp, and manipulate materials, and to climb step ladders as needed.
• Ability to work safely in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating manufacturing machines.
• Experience with industrial equipment setup and adjustment.
• Mechanical troubleshooting experience.
• Experience operating production equipment.
• Experience with automated manufacturing processes.
• Experience with preventive maintenance activities.
• Experience with process monitoring and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Operate complex manufacturing equipment in a fast-paced production environment.
• Troubleshoot equipment, product-quality, and process issues to minimize downtime.
• Perform machine setups, changeovers, adjustments, and operational checks.
• Monitor production processes and make corrections to maintain quality standards.
• Conduct visual inspections and mechanical measurements to verify product quality.
• Read and follow work orders, specifications, procedures, and production instructions.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, and equipment performance.
• Complete production, quality, and traceability documentation accurately.
• Work with maintenance, quality, and production teams to resolve issues.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Participate in cross-training and ongoing skill development.

Benefits

• $1.00 per hour shift premium.
• Annual Gainshare Bonus.
• Perfect Attendance Bonus.
• 6% company 401(k) contribution.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Parental leave.
• Accident insurance.
• Critical illness insurance.
• Hospital indemnity insurance.
• 13 paid holidays.
• 80 hours of vacation in January 2027.
• $150 annual boot allowance.
• Safety glasses allowance every two years.
• Career growth and cross-training opportunities.
• Forklift certification opportunities.
• Continuous skills development and training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED