Operator 2, Machine

Cynet Systems•Hunt Valley, MD

About The Position

The Machine Operator 2 performs routine setup, operation, minor routine maintenance, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting of moderately complex or automated manufacturing equipment. The role involves controlling and adjusting machine settings, inspecting in-process parts for consistent quality, removing defective products and materials, and checking work with prescribed gauges, jigs, and fixtures to measure close tolerances. The operator may monitor quality using statistical process or other control procedures and assists with root-cause analysis of process or product exceptions. The position works under general supervision and follows established operating procedures, approved process-related documentation, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). It also requires accurate completion of relevant quality, safety, and maintenance documentation; adherence to client housekeeping and safety policies; and flexibility to rotate among tasks and responsibilities. The regular first-shift schedule is 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. The first onboarding week is 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Overtime may be required, and flexible or extended hours may be necessary. Interviews are in person, and safety shoes are required.

Requirements

High school education with 2 years of manufacturing experience, or an AA technical degree with 0 years of experience.
Ability to work effectively in a team setting and communicate effectively across the department.
Strong attention to detail.
Punctuality to support production requirements.
Ability to work on semi-routine assignments and recognize deviations from specifications.
Ability to operate independently within approved process-related documentation.
Proficiency in XX; ability to read, write, analyze and evaluate charts, follow simple diagrams, and perform basic arithmetic.
Basic proficiency with PCs and basic use of a Windows environment.
Ability to work flexible and/or extended hours and report to work regularly and punctually.
Ability to get along with others and work in a team environment.
Willingness to rotate into different tasks and responsibilities.
Ability to wear safety shoes.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a regulated environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate a variety of production equipment, including automated machine processes and controls, for routine assembly-line tasks such as filling, packing, assembling, labeling, and inspecting.
Control and adjust machine settings and perform minor routine and preventive maintenance.
Troubleshoot basic issues with machine performance and product quality, identify the need for minor equipment repairs, and use independent judgment in problem solving under general supervision.
Inspect in-process parts, remove defective product and materials, and check work using prescribed gauges, jigs, and fixtures to measure close tolerances.
Assist with root-cause analysis activities for process or product exceptions.
Monitor quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures when applicable.
Complete relevant quality, safety, and maintenance documentation accurately.
Analyze and evaluate charts, follow simple diagrams, and perform testing and inspection procedures when required.
Perform cleanup functions in sterilized areas when required.
Follow established procedures according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), as well as client housekeeping and safety policies and procedures.
Work overtime or flexible and extended hours as required to meet client business requirements.
Rotate into different tasks and responsibilities and perform other duties as required.