Job Description
Job Title: Mechanically Trained Operator
Location: Oak Creek, WI, United States
Pay Rate: $24.90/hour + $1,000 Hiring Bonus
Job Type: Permanent
Schedule: 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift (shift premium for 2nd and 3rd shifts)
Summary:
The Mechanically Trained Operator (MTO) plays a vital role in the production team, ensuring smooth equipment operation and minimal downtime in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Reporting to the Operations Lead, the MTO is responsible for operating, maintaining, and making minor mechanical adjustments to high-speed production equipment.
This position requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and collaboration with both production and maintenance teams to uphold operational excellence and product quality.
Operational Efficiency:
- Operate high-speed packaging and production equipment to meet daily targets.
- Assist in equipment setup, changeovers, and adjustments to ensure smooth workflow.
- Perform minor mechanical maintenance such as clearing jams, tightening fasteners, and replacing simple components like belts or seals.
- Support initiatives to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) by reducing stoppages and inefficiencies.
Mechanical Support:
- Troubleshoot and resolve minor mechanical issues; escalate complex problems to the Maintenance Technician or Team Lead.
- Conduct routine inspections, lubrication, and cleaning to maintain equipment reliability.
- Collaborate with maintenance teams for timely repairs and equipment upkeep.
Team Support & Employee Engagement:
- Work closely with the Packaging & Bakery Lead to address production and equipment challenges.
- Provide feedback on equipment performance and recommend process improvements.
- Foster teamwork and collaboration across production and maintenance teams.
Documentation & Reporting:
- Accurately record downtime, repairs, and maintenance activities in reporting systems.
- Track and report production throughput, material usage, and waste for data accuracy.
Health, Safety & Compliance:
- Follow OSHA, GMP, SQF, and HACCP standards to maintain a safe work environment.
- Participate in safety initiatives and report potential hazards.
Daily Responsibilities:
- Operate and monitor equipment, making necessary adjustments to maintain production flow.
- Collaborate with team members to resolve operational issues.
- Perform minor mechanical adjustments and report equipment status during shift huddles.
Occasional Responsibilities:
- Assist in developing and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Participate in Kaizen events to improve process efficiency.
- Conduct root cause analysis (5 Whys) for recurring equipment issues.
- Support cross-functional projects focused on plant performance improvements.
Value-Added Contributions:
- Actively support a "Zero Loss Mindset" by identifying and eliminating inefficiencies.
- Provide insights for process and equipment optimization.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Maximized Equipment Uptime: Ensure optimal machine efficiency with minimal downtime.
- Safety & Compliance: Adhere to OSHA, GMP, SQF, and HACCP regulations.
- Production Efficiency: Consistently meet/exceed production targets while minimizing waste.
- Operational Reliability: Address equipment issues proactively for continuous workflow.
- Continuous Improvement: Support cost-reduction and efficiency enhancement initiatives.
Education & Experience Requirements:
- Experience: 1-2 years in a manufacturing environment (preferably high-speed packaging).
- Education: High school diploma or GED required; technical training in industrial mechanics is a plus.
- Language: Proficiency in English (written and verbal).
Skills & Qualifications:
- Basic knowledge of mechanical systems, including gears, bearings, and sprockets.
- Proficiency with hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, calipers, etc.).
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with CMMS systems and production reporting tools (preferred).
- Bonus: Bilingual in English & Spanish is a plus.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
- Work primarily on the production floor with occasional office engagement.
- 9-hour shifts with some weekend shifts required.
- Frequent standing, bending, kneeling, and occasional crawling.
- Ability to lift/move:
- Up to 10 lbs regularly.
- Up to 25 lbs frequently.
- Up to 50 lbs occasionally.
- Exposure to manufacturing environment hazards (compressed air, grinding, cutting, welding).
- Exposure to extreme temperatures, confined spaces, noise, grease, oils, and dust.
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work, Day shift, Afternoon shift,