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Machine Operator

Penn Engineering
Salem, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/30/2026

At PennEngineering, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. You can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity, and belonging are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every employee that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

 

PennEngineering is seeking a motivated, excited individual to be a part of the Tape and Reel Team in Winston-Salem, NC. As the Tape and Reel Machine Operator at PennEngineering, you’ll collaborate with teams that do truly amazing things.

 

Join us as we build the future in Manufacturing and Engineering!

Perks and Benefits:

  • Medical & Employer Paid: Dental and Vision
  • Parental Leave
  • 401k and Employer Match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid On-the-Job Training
  • Performance incentive bonuses
  • Community Volunteering
  • Talent Referral Bonus Program
  • Employee Centric Culture
  • Day and Night shift opportunities
  • Air-conditioned work environment

Qualifications:

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

 

Sets up and operates assigned Tape and Reel machinery.  

Essential Functions

 

  • Assembles reels to run product.
  • Gathers appropriate set up tooling for machine.
  • Sets up machine to run required product.
  • Adjust or resets machine settings as necessary.
  • Lifts bins of parts from skids to feed bowls and/or uses a scoop for full bins.
  • Conducts visual inspection of every bin, looking for bad plating, mixed parts or any other obvious visual errors.
  • Labels each reel appropriately
  • Packages and appropriately labels finished product boxes.
  • Correctly place product in finish goods warehouse.

 

 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

 

Physical Requirements

 

  • The ability to stand throughout the entire shift.
  • The ability to lift up to 60 lbs. 20 to 25 times per hour.
  • Must be able to lift a maximum of 50 pounds from waist to shoulder height up to 25 times per hour.
  • Occasional lifting up to 75 lbs.
  • Good visual acuity for detailed work. Near vision must be 20/30.
  • Must be able to work in an un-air-conditioned and/or air-conditioned, well-ventilated work environment.

 

Education/Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Able to work within a team environment.
  • Read and understand product prints, procedures and specifications.

 

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