Machine Operator

Means Industries • Geneva, IL

9d • $38,854 - $52,562

About The Position

The Machine Operator operates, sets up, and troubleshoots Sinico machinery. The role supports production quality, tooling and inventory control, routine machine maintenance, material handling, operator training, and departmental continuous improvement. The position is full-time and is performed in a typical manufacturing environment with continuous exposure to noise, heat, dirt, fluids, oils, and grease. Overtime and weekend hours may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience providing the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Good speaking, hearing, and vision ability.
• Excellent manual dexterity.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally and less than 1 pound continuously.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of experience and training in manufacturing machine operation.

Responsibilities

• Independently set up, operate, and troubleshoot Sinico machines.
• Maintain inventory control for all tooling.
• Complete necessary tooling changes.
• Help train and assist operators as required.
• Move, load, and unload products.
• Maintain production quality using SPC methods at all machines.
• Perform necessary recordkeeping and paperwork.
• Perform routine machine maintenance tasks as required.
• Participate in team problem solving as part of the departmental continuous improvement process.
• Use testing devices and chemicals according to appropriate guidelines and procedures.
• Perform material handling using equipment, including forklifts, according to appropriate guidelines and procedures.
• Understand and perform ISO 14001 work instructions as identified in “ISO 14001 Work Instruction Assignments”.
• Follow safety rules and keep the work area clean and orderly.
• Wear personal protective equipment as required by the safety policy.
• Be accountable for the professional use of assigned work periods, machinery, equipment, and tools.
• Understand and perform to the BN Quality Policy, taking pride in the products produced.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Incentive bonus
• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Prescription Drug Plan
• 401K
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Short-term disability
• Company-paid lift insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Gym/fitness reimbursement
• Employee recognition

What This Job Offers

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