Machine Operator

Brief Description

Perform advanced set up, operation, and monitoring of production in a work center and participate in the continuous improvement process to address safety, production, and quality improvements. Additional tasks consist of assisting with material flow (loading, unloading, lifting, and moving material), and provide guidance to all support personal as required (laborers, material handlers, packers, etc.).

• Set up and maintain manufacturing equipment
• Operate equipment to fabricate, manufacture, assemble, or move product
• Conduct in-process quality checks and resolve issues as required
• Assist with equipment maintenance activities
• Maintain and monitor machine to ensure it functions properly
• Develop in-depth understanding of how assigned equipment functions
• Operate forklift as required to support manufacturing
• Interpret production work orders and record / report production data including scrap
• Maintain work area, equipment, and tools in a clean and organized manner
• Count, record, and report inventory as required including but not limited to sheet, coil and accessory stock, shop supplies, skids, cores, etc.
• Spin down pre-slit coil stock and complete appropriate packaging per specs of each order
• Load and unload will-call customers, LTL vans and flatbed trucks with forklift (includes palleted coils & sheets, load customer equipment and maintain / log all shipments) as required
• Able to be flexible and respond to the changing needs of the organization, including working overtime as required
• Comply with all safety rules and regulations
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Requirements

Education

• A high school diploma or GED preferred; trade school or military experience a plus
  
  

Experience & Skills

• Forklift experience preferred
• Must be able to lift or pull a minimum of 50 pounds
• Requires solid written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude including basic troubleshooting skills
• Strong analytical, conceptual, and planning skills required
• Excellent math skills and overall PC literacy are required
• Must be detail oriented, self-motivated, and disciplined with the ability to multi-task
• Team oriented with effective communication skills preferred
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check, physical, drug screen and E-verify
• Self-motivated with the ability to work under minimal supervision
• Detail oriented with the ability to inspect material for quality conformance using measuring devices and drawings
  
  

Summary

At Mazzella, we're more than just a company – we're a family. With over 1200 employees and 40 locations, we lead the industry with humility and dedication to our people. When you join us, you become part of a team-oriented environment where your well-being and growth are our top priorities.

Why Join Mazzella?

• Team-Oriented Environment: Experience the power of collaboration and support from colleagues who genuinely care about your success.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a real balance between your professional and personal life, ensuring fulfillment both at work and at home.
• Growth and Development: Embark on a lifelong learning journey with tailored development opportunities and a clear career path.
• Humble, Hungry, Smart Culture: Embrace our core values of humility, hunger for excellence, and smart decision-making, creating a culture of respect and innovation.
• Market-Competitive Salaries: Receive compensation that recognizes your contributions and reflects our commitment to fair and competitive pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Access a wide range of benefits, including paid time off, affordable health insurance, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability insurance.
• Free Virtual Doctor Visits: Take advantage of our Teledoc service for virtual doctor visits with $0 copay, prioritizing your health and convenience.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your future with our tuition reimbursement program, supporting your continued education and personal growth.
  
  

At Mazzella, Our Core Values Drive Everything We Do

• Be Safe – personal commitment to all stakeholder’s well-being; purposeful control of risk
• Be a Lifelong Learner – routinely acquire new skills and capabilities that bring value
• Be Humble – lack excessive ego or concerns about status. Emphasize the Team over self
• Be Hungry – always looking for more, self-motivated, and diligent. Do more than to just get by, committed
• Be Smart – common sense about people, good judgement, and intuition around their impact on group dynamics
  
  

Join us at Mazzella and experience the difference of working with a company that puts people first. Together, we'll achieve greatness and shape the future of our industry.

EOE/Drug Free Workplace