Manufacturing Operator II - 1st shift (6:30AM-3:00PM)

A.W. Chesterton Company•Groveland, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Operator II is an on-site frontline manufacturing role responsible for producing mechanical packing material. The position combines machine operation and basic mechanical troubleshooting with physical labor and quality checks. The operator runs multiple production work centers, verifies raw materials and finished product against specifications, and maintains manufacturing records and computer transactions. The role works under general direction from a supervisor and may include training newer operators. The listed shift is 1st shift, 6:30 AM–3:00 PM.

Requirements

Ability to make decisions based on predetermined parameters.
Ability to operate various machines.
Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions and sequences of events.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds manually on a frequent basis, using supporting equipment when necessary.
Ability to wear a respirator as needed.
Manual dexterity to handle small, sharp, or specialized tools.
Ability to operate a computer.
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, under pressure, and well with others.
Ability to multitask.
Frequently stand, walk, turn, twist, reach with hands and arms, and lift up to 75 pounds; occasionally sit, talk, and hear.
Close vision.
Ability to work around high noise and temperature levels.

Nice To Haves

2–4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Attend work consistently, regularly, and punctually.
Operate at least three work centers proficiently, such as braiding machines, winders, twisters, coating lines, coiling machines, sizing presses, and packaging lines.
Set up and operate machinery according to process specifications and work instructions.
Troubleshoot machines, resolve basic problems, and seek help for more complex issues.
Identify, troubleshoot, and correct product quality problems during production.
Use hand tools and cutting, measuring, and weighing equipment to operate machinery and perform production tasks.
Use a computer for order inquiries, cycle count adjustments, and other transactions.
Cross-train newer operators on multiple work centers.
Measure and check raw materials to ensure product compliance and maintain manufacturing records.
Work under general direction from a supervisor.

Benefits

Earned-wage access: withdraw up to 30% of earned daily wages the day after working.
Chesterton Student Loan Repayment Program.
BCBS medical coverage.
Delta Dental insurance.
401(k) savings plan with a Chesterton contribution.
Paid time off, including vacation and sick time.
11 paid holidays.
Paid time off to volunteer.
Vision insurance.
Tuition reimbursement.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
HSA and FSA options.
Parental leave for mothers and fathers.
Leave for new grandparents (“Grandternity” leave).
Hiring referral bonuses up to $3,000 for select roles.
Legal services.
Pet insurance.
Chesterton relief fund for employees in need.
Other fringe benefits.