Machine / Production Operator (2nd Shift)
Palmer, MA Production
Job Type
Full-time
Description

Join the Sanderson MacLeod Team!

Are you dependable, detail-oriented, and looking for a hands-on manufacturing career? Sanderson MacLeod is seeking motivated Machine & Production Operators to support our growing production team. Whether you're experienced in manufacturing or looking to start a new career, we offer training, a team-focused environment, and opportunities for growth.


What You'll Do

As a Machine & Production Operator, you'll play a key role in producing high-quality brush products and components while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.


Responsibilities Include:

  • Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment and automated production machines. 
  • Verify materials.
  • Keep machines supplied with materials and components. 
  • Perform visual quality inspections and basic measurements using gauges, calipers, and other inspection tools. 
  • Assemble, trim, bend, twist, solder, dip, wrap, crimp, or package products as required. 
  • Accurately complete production paperwork and track production counts. 
  • Identify and report machine issues, excessive scrap, or material shortages. 
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment. 
  • Participate in shift meetings and continuous improvement initiatives. 
  • Work collaboratively with other team members.

Hours

Monday - Friday, 3:30 p.m. to Midnight.  Voluntary overtime available.

Requirements

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED preferred. 
  • Ability to read and follow work instructions and production documentation. 
  • Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, decimals and percentages.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. 
  • Dependable attendance and strong work ethic. 
  • Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.
  • Prior manufacturing, machine operation, assembly or production experience a plus.
  • Experience using measuring tools such as gauges, calipers, micrometers or comparators a plus. 

 

Physical Requirements:

  • Sitting, standing, walking, and moving throughout the production floor for most of the shift. 
  • Frequent use of hands and repetitive motions. 
  • Bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling materials. 
  • Lifting materials up to 30 pounds on occasion. 
  • Working around moving machinery and production equipment. 
  • Visual inspection of products and materials.

 

Work Environment:

  • Manufacturing facility environment. 
  • Exposure to loud machinery; hearing protection is required. 
  • Safety glasses and other required PPE must be worn. 
  • Temperature conditions may vary throughout the year. 


Why Work With Us?

  • Competitive pay and weekly bonus program!
  • Stable full-time employment
  • On-the-job training
  • Safe and team-oriented workplace
  • Company committed to quality and continuous improvement
Salary Description
Annual Income Range: $34,000 - $60,000