Job Description
Machine Operator
Medix Engineering is seeking a Machine Operator of a chemical manufacturer located in Saint Charles that serves directly into the automotive and consumer markets, ensuring smooth and durable finishes on metal products. Due to a plant expansion, they have one opening on their first, second and third shift.
Batch Maker / 3rd Shift / Monday - Friday / 10PM - 6:30AM / $22.50
Batch Maker / Day Shift (Rotating 12's) / 6AM - 6PM / $21.68
Machine Operator / Day Shift (Rotating 12's) / 6AM - 6PM / $20.01
Floater Operator / 2nd Shift / Monday - Friday / 2PM - 10:30PM / $20.08
Responsibilities:
- Set up equipment using computer controlled equipment
- Record operational data accurately on specified forms
- Clean and disassemble equipment
- Prepare tooling for changeovers and perform machine changeovers
- Obtain and run samples to test batch quality and cleanliness
- Conduct cabin powder collection to reduce waste
- Follow Lean Manufacturing principles
- Responsible for operation of extruders, mill, sieve
- Package and label finished goods in designated carton boxes
- Stack finished goods on appropriate skids
- Organize carton boxes effectively and change them in a timely manner
- Document all packaging on specified forms.
- Continually monitor production runs to detect defects or deviations from standards
- Participate in department meetings
- Interact with co-workers, peers and supervisor in a constructive, productive and cooperative manner to meet production needs
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1 year in manufacturing and production - batch making, extruder, mill and mixing operating experience preferred
- Regular, predictable, on-site attendance is an essential function of the job
- Comfortable working in an environment exposed to dust, powder coating paint, and noise
- Wearing of a PPE (personal protective equipment) required for up to 12 hours (includes face mask, eye protection, ear plugs)
Our commitment to our core purpose of positively impacting 20,000 lives affects not only the way we interact with our clients and talent, but also with our co-workers! The goal is lofty, but it is made attainable through the hard work and dedication of our teams and their willingness to lock arms together. Are you ready to lock arms with us?