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Machine Operator 1st Shift

triPAQ Packaging, A Division of New-Indy
Cerritos, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/28/2026

SUMMARY: This position will be responsible for all set up and operation of machines in designated department. Operators may work with computer-controlled equipment or more mechanically based machines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Set up and operation of various machines.
  • Run material through machine according to company specifications.
  • Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor.
  • Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
  • Ensure correct materials are used to meet customer specifications.
  • Ensure all inventory entries are complete and accurate.
  • Inspect and maintain quality of product.
  • Responsible for meeting all quality and efficiency standards.
  • Meet all company safety policies and report any concerns related to required maintenance of machines.
  • Test operation of machines periodically.
  • Special projects as business dictate.
  • Duties may be expanded upon and additional duties may be assigned.
Qualifications:

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Must be 18 years of age
  • Machine Operator experience preferred; strong knowledge of machines in a manufacturing setting.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule
  • Ability to follow detailed instructions including reading a tape measure, blueprints, production schematics.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Team-oriented and self-directed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to handle or feel.
    • The employee frequently is required to talk or hear.
    • The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.
    • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
    • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • The noise level in the work environment can be at times loud.
  • Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts.
  • Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
  • Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles; vibrations

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

  • No license Required

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

 

Salary : $24 - $26

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