Machine Operators - 2nd Shift - Seasonal (February, March and April)

JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Machine Operator Reports To: Production Supervisor FLSA: Non-exempt (2nd Shift 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm) Department: Production Salary Range: $15.00 hr Revised: 12/13/2023 Job Summary: Operate manual and semi-automatic pneumatic tools and machinery. This position requires the operator to have good manual dexterity and ability to stand for long periods of time. Responsibilities: Ensures proper assembly of product parts to produce handheld/backpack sprayers and pump assemblies. Inspects final product for (completeness, functionality, proper fit) before forwarding to the next station in the assembly process. Responsible for maintaining an adequate level of sub-assemblies to complete the task. Ensure that the time, material and wastage is minimized. Performs other duties as assigned or requested. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Basic reading, writing, and machine operation skills are required to perform manual tasks. Ability to use hand tools such as a screwdriver or a small pneumatic press to assemble parts. Ability to follow step-by-step instructions and perform defined activities to completion. Standard procedures are established. Ability to meet established quality and productivity standards. Ability to communicate effectively verbally. Interpersonal skills to work effectively with others. Education & Experience: High School diploma or GED - This is an entry-level position; No training or experience is required. Physical Requirements: Seeing: This individual must be able to read instructions or diagrams and work with small machine parts, tools, and equipment. Hearing/Talking: Must be able to communicate with others by means of spoken words. Must be able to follow verbal instructions. Limited portions of the workday require talking. Sitting/Standing/Walking: Must be able to maintain mobility. This position requires the operator to stand for extended periods of time. Sitting is limited to break periods. Climbing/Reaching: Climbing is not required in this position. Major portions of the day require reaching for parts. Bending/Stooping/Kneeling: Occasional bending/stooping or kneeling to obtain materials. Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: Must be able to use hands and fingers to work with parts, tools, and equipment. Manual dexterity is essential to this position. Lifting: Frequent lifting of up to 10 pounds; infrequent lifting up to 25 - 50 pounds. Work Environment: Work is performed in a manufacturing environment. Exposure to moving mechanical parts; moderate exposure to extreme heat/cold.