Machine Operator

Hillenbrand • Sabetha, KS

20d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Machining Operator, you’ll help keep daily manufacturing operations running safely and predictably by producing parts that meet specification and by supporting consistent shop-floor execution. You’ll join Schenck, a Coperion brand – part of Hillenbrand, in Sabetha, Kansas, where we support industrial manufacturing through disciplined production and continuous improvement. Your work will strengthen quality, equipment reliability, and on-time performance. You’ll grow your skills through standard work, hands-on learning, and team-based problem-solving, while contributing to a culture where people Win as One and Make It Matter.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to do hands-on, repetitive work on a shop floor while staying focused on safety and quality.
• Ability to follow written work instructions and standard procedures, including required paperwork or production tracking.
• Basic math skills for counting, measuring, and recording accurate numbers.
• Ability to learn and use measuring tools, like calipers and gauges, to check part dimensions.
• Mechanical awareness to notice when a machine doesn’t sound or run right, pause work when needed, and report concerns.
• Ability to complete routine cleaning and basic preventive tasks as trained, including housekeeping and 5S.
• Dependable attendance and clear communication so you can work well with others and support daily production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual, semi-automated, and automated machining equipment by following standard work and documented instructions to produce components that meet defined specifications.
• Complete basic machine setup tasks you’re trained on by confirming correct configuration, tooling, and readiness before production starts to reduce scrap and downtime.
• Inspect finished parts using measurement tools such as calipers and gauges by recording results and verifying conformance to specifications to support quality and traceability.
• Identify defects and separate nonconforming material by labeling, documenting, and escalating concerns through defined procedures to prevent quality escapes.
• Monitor equipment performance during runs by watching for abnormal operation, drift, or malfunctions and reporting issues promptly to protect safety, quality, and throughput.
• Perform routine cleaning, lubrication, and basic preventive maintenance tasks by following site practices and documenting completed work to support reliable operation.
• Maintain an organized, safe work area by completing 5S and housekeeping tasks and by moving or staging materials using proper handling methods to support production flow.

What This Job Offers

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