Machine Operator Position in Lawrence, KS - $22.43/hour! 2nd and 3rd Shifts Available!

Machine Operator

Location: Lawrence, KS

Employment Type: Contract to hire

Pay: $22.43/hour

Shifts Available:

• 2nd Shift: 3 pm - 11 pm ($1.00 shift diff.)
• 3rd Shift: 11 pm - 7 am ($1.50 shift diff.)

Experience  

• 1-3 years mechanical and/or manufacturing experience
• Forklift operating experience preferred

Key Functions:

• Qualified to set up and operate specific work center, work center equipment, and/or tasks under normal supervision
• Monitors assigned equipment and performs adjustments as needed
• Communicates effectively to all levels of the organization
• Attention to detail in documentation and process tasks
• Understands safe work practices and applies them accordingly
• Good general fitness with the ability to lift 10 – 50 lbs. as needed
• Ability to use measuring instruments and understand specifications
• Decision-making skills on product quality based on specifications and visual observations
• Ability and willingness to work all 3 shifts, rotate shifts, and work overtime
• Records necessary data and performs computer input and retrieval completely and accurately
• Works independently of others as well as with team members, area managers, and support personnel
• Assists with work center inventories
• Uses participative team management style
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Wear PPE, as required, and observe health, safety, and environmental policies
• Successfully complete required safety training (including but not limited to forklift, drug and alcohol, electrical, emergency response, fire, first aid, health and hygiene, PPE, SIPP, risk reporting, IT security, hazardous materials, driving)

Specialized Knowledge & Skills:

• Ability to communicate
• Ability to work independently and with others.
• Ability to make effective decisions.
• Knowledge of cable manufacturing processes.
• Excellent computer skills – Microsoft Office Suites; SAP a plus.

Pre-employment

• Background check
• Driving records check
• Drug screening.