Machine Operator

STS Technical Services is hiring a Machine Operator in Waukesha, Wisconsin, to support production operations within a temperature-controlled manufacturing environment.

This position is responsible for operating production machinery, meeting established production rates, completing quality checks and maintaining a clean and safe work area. The ideal candidate can follow directions, work effectively with a team and maintain strong attention to detail throughout each shift.

The Machine Operator produces parts according to established prints, specifications and tolerances.

This role requires consistent communication with area leadership, Quality and material handling personnel to ensure machines remain supplied, completed parts are removed and production or quality concerns are addressed promptly.

• Operate production machinery according to prints and specifications
  
• Produce the required quantity of parts within established tolerances
  
• Meet established job rates
  
• Track job rates and indirect time
  
• Notify the Area Lead of tooling requirements
  
• Report machinery maintenance needs to the Area Lead
  
• Communicate production rate concerns and request assistance when needed
  
• Notify the material handler when completed parts are ready for removal
  
• Request additional production materials from the material handler
  
• Report nonconforming materials immediately to the Area Lead
  
• Notify the Quality team when the Area Lead is unavailable
  
• Perform required quality checks
  
• Maintain a clean, safe and orderly work area
  
• Recommend opportunities to improve production processes
  
• Perform other related duties as assigned
  

• High school diploma or equivalent
  
• Ability to follow directions
  
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
  
• Strong communication skills
  
• Strong attention to detail
  
• Ability to read a tape measure
  
• Ability to complete basic math calculations
  
• Ability to learn production equipment and operating procedures
  

• At least one year of related manufacturing experience
  
• Previous experience operating production machinery
  

The physical demands described below represent those required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds repetitively
  
• Ability to stand continuously throughout the workday
  
• Ability to use tools and perform repetitive work
  
• Ability to bend and twist while completing assigned tasks
  
• Ability to bend, stretch and squat to access all areas of the machine
  
• Ability to work in a loud manufacturing environment
  

• Temperature-controlled manufacturing shop
  
• Regular exposure to loud production machinery
  

STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm that partners with leading aerospace, manufacturing, defense and industrial organizations across the United States. We connect skilled professionals with career opportunities where their experience can make an immediate impact.

If you have manufacturing experience and are ready to operate production equipment while supporting quality, safety and productivity goals, apply today to join STS Technical Services as a Machine Operator in Waukesha, Wisconsin.

STS Technical Services is an equal opportunity employer.

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