Machine Operator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Mechanical and math skills required.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks for an extended period of time.
• Knowledge of arithmetic and structure and content of the English language to include the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition required.
• Ability to consistently and effectively work independently with little or no direction and follow up to complete assignments required.
• Ability to demonstrate practical and technical knowledge of the job including an understanding of work instructions, processes, equipment, and materials to perform the job required.
• Ability to consistently and effectively complete work and required paperwork thoroughly, accurately, and neatly following established processes and procedures required.
• Ability to consistently and effectively demonstrate initiative and creativity; teamwork and cooperation; and adhere to and comply with all company and environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures, and work rules required.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work overtime and other shifts required.
• Prompt and reliable attendance required.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of one year of machine set up and operation experience preferred.
• Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and tend casemaker machines within finishing.
• Review work orders, job instructions, and quality specifications to determine appropriate machine settings, and adjustments.
• Start machines to verify set ups and make necessary adjustments.
• Prepare and load materials.
• Monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions and report and resolve issues.
• Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• Provide work direction to hand operators assigned to machine.
• Perform general maintenance on machine.
• Provide training on machine and provide feedback to supervisors regarding progress of trainees.
• Consistently and effectively serve as a positive role model by living Sheridan’s core values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.