Manufacturing & Press Operators | Entry-Level

VetJobs•Nashua, NH

7d•$45,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

Crane Currency is hiring Manufacturing Operators and Press Machine Operators at its Nashua, New Hampshire facility, where advanced security features for U.S. currency and banknotes worldwide are manufactured. The roles offer opportunities to develop technical skills and grow with an established manufacturer. Paid training is available, and no experience is required for select Manufacturing Operator openings. Starting pay for Manufacturing Operators is $22.50 per hour. Some operator positions may begin through a staffing partner while Public Trust clearance is completed; after clearance, training, and successful performance, individuals may be considered for permanent employment with Crane Currency. Available schedules include first shift, 6:00 AM–2:00 PM Monday through Friday; second shift, 2:00 PM–10:00 PM Monday through Friday, with a 15% differential; third shift, 10:00 PM–6:00 AM Monday through Friday, with a 20% differential; and weekend night shift, 6:00 PM–6:00 AM Friday through Sunday, with a 20% differential and 36 hours worked paid as 40. Depending on the position and experience, operators set up, operate, monitor, and troubleshoot production equipment; inspect materials and finished products; document production data; follow safety procedures and standardized work instructions; and cross-train on specialized equipment and high-security manufacturing processes. Crane Currency offers competitive pay, benefits, paid training, annual pay increases, bonus eligibility for qualifying positions, certification opportunities, and career advancement.

Requirements

Be reliable, safety-focused, detail-oriented, and able to work as a team player.
Have basic computer skills and the ability to follow detailed work instructions and quality standards.
High school diploma or equivalent.
U.S. citizenship and ability to meet Public Trust requirements.
Press Operator candidates should have mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and experience with presses, printing, converting, CNC, extrusion, or similar industrial equipment.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience is helpful, though it is not required for select Manufacturing Operator openings.
Knowledge of CCTV, premise alarm protection, and access control systems.
Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, monitor, and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment, presses, coaters, slitters, converting equipment, and other production machinery.
Inspect materials and finished products, identify defects, document production data, and maintain strict quality standards.
Follow detailed safety procedures and standardized work instructions while helping the team meet production goals.
Cross-train on specialized equipment and high-security manufacturing processes.