Precision Production Equipment Operator

Picture starting your shift with a clear plan and a well-prepared workstation. You review the work order, set up the machine to the correct specifications, load materials, and run the first piece with care. Throughout the day, you keep a keen eye on gauges and product quality, make small adjustments to keep things running smoothly, and record results so the next person knows exactly where things stand. Safety is second nature, and teamwork keeps production goals within reach.

You will move between setup, operation, and inspection—staying alert to machine behavior and product quality. You’ll collaborate with your team, communicate issues early, and maintain a tidy, safe workspace. By shift’s end, your documentation is complete, and your area is clean and ready for the next run.

• Configure, operate, and closely monitor manufacturing machinery per job instructions and specifications.
• Examine output to verify it meets quality standards and dimensional requirements.
• Perform routine adjustments and promptly escalate equipment problems to maintenance.
• Stage and load raw materials; unload and remove finished goods from machines.
• Keep the work area orderly, clean, and compliant with safety expectations.
• Accurately fill out production logs, checklists, and related records.
• Adhere to all safety rules and standard operating procedures at all times.
• Partner with teammates and supervisors to achieve daily production targets.

• 1–2 years of hands-on machine operation in a manufacturing or production setting.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Comfort standing, walking, bending, and performing repetitive tasks for the duration of the shift.
• Basic mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting skills for minor adjustments.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality output.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and work orders.
• Consistent, reliable attendance and punctuality.

• Background in a production or manufacturing facility.
• Experience using measuring tools and performing basic quality checks.
• Forklift familiarity is a plus (not required).

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Stand for extended periods.
• Frequently bend, reach, twist, and perform repetitive motions.
• Work around manufacturing noise and moving machinery with appropriate safety practices.