Machine Operator

Matthews International has a stamping facility in Richmond, IN and we are hiring for a full time, first shift, Machine Operator / Press Helper.

The Machine Operator assists with the setup, calibration, and operation of machines used in production processes. This role inspects machine operations and finished product against specified tolerances using precision measuring tools and determines and corrects minor machine malfunctions.

Competitive Hourly Pay rate of $18-hourly plus full benefits starting day one which includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Near site clinic, Guaranteed annual bonus, Flexible Saving Account (FSA), short and long term disability (after 90 days), life insurance, earned time off (starts accruing immediately), 401(k) retirement plan with company match and employee stock purchase plan.

. Previous machine operating experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

. Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients.

. Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.

. Ability to work with and influence peers and management.

. Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.

. Possess a mechanical aptitude; ability to use a large variety of hand tools and basic knowledge of power tools, machine operations in a manufacturing/production environment.

. Ability to work overtime as necessary.

PHYSICAL ASPECTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

. Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk, hear and see.
. Regularly/Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
. Regularly/Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold & heat, risk of electrical shock, and toxic or caustic chemicals.
. The noise level in the work environment may be high.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.