Production Operations Associate I/ Machine Operator
About The Position
Sets up and operates automated production machines used to finish the company’s products, including folders, Muller machines, die cutters, and cutters. The role includes feeding, folding, cutting, stitching, adjusting machine settings, making minor repairs, inspecting finished products, and packaging them. The associate reviews job schedules and specifications, locates job materials on the finishing floor, configures assigned machines, and operates one or more finishing machines to complete assigned work. The role also includes checking production samples against client specifications and quality checklists, packaging completed products according to ticket instructions, and recording material usage, scrap, and production time in the Monarch database for cost tracking and client billing.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Typically at least 2 years of relevant experience.
- Substantial understanding of the job and the ability to apply knowledge and skills to a wide range of tasks.
- Ability to handle routine to moderately difficult assignments and use judgment to resolve issues or make recommendations.
- Ability to work with little instruction on daily assignments and general instructions on newly introduced assignments.
Nice To Haves
- Four years of fast-production machine experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Review job schedules, locate the correct materials and tickets, and review job specifications for assigned finishing work.
- Set up finishing machines by loading job materials and selecting the required components and configurations.
- Operate one or more finishing machines according to job specifications.
- Evaluate production samples against client specifications and quality checklists, making adjustments or taking action when needed.
- Package finished products in cartons, boxes, or pallets and verify packaging against ticket instructions before routing products for shipment.
- Record material usage, scrap, and production time, and enter job data into the Monarch database for cost tracking and client billing.
Benefits
- Flexible and creative work environment
- Inclusive and collaborative atmosphere
- Professional and personal development resources
- Opportunities to volunteer and support charities
- Competitive salary and benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
