Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

About the role

We're looking for dedicated, hands-on individuals to join our growing Production team as Operator at our Hatfield, PA facility. This is a third shift position. We offer a stable, long-term career path in a company that values its people as much as its products. You'll be surrounded by exceptional teammates, supported by a culture built on respect and collaboration, and have the opportunity to grow in a global organization that continues to expand.

Responsibilities

• Perform required safety checks including lockout/tagout, brake verification, temperature adjustments, and oil circulation inspections
• Inspect trays, blades, and surrounding work areas to ensure equipment readiness
• Retrieve compounded materials and batch cards from the pre-mix area using manual handling or forklifts
• Heat mill rolls and load materials in measured increments according to batch card instructions
• Grind and band material through the roll mill to achieve consistent product quality
• Monitor roll speed, temperature, and band formation throughout production
• Strip material from the mill using pneumatic blades or non-ferrous knives
• Place cooled material onto tables and prepare it for transfer to the next processing stage
• Report mechanical issues, safety concerns, or quality deviations to supervision or maintenance

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail when following batch cards and procedures
• A safety-first mindset with consistent PPE compliance
• Ability to work independently under general supervision
• Basic computer and documentation skills
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working around heavy equipment

Requirements

• Exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, volatile materials, and moving machinery
• Standing and walking for most of an 8-hour shift with frequent reaching and handling of materials
• Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Regular lifting up to 50 lbs. and frequent lifting up to 100 lbs.
• Routine use of hand tools, air-powered tools, milling equipment, and cleaning solvents
• Consistent use of PPE due to potentially hazardous conditions

No formal education or prior experience is required. Training is provided.

Benefits

• Family-owned, people-first workplace culture
• Strong commitment to safety and structured manufacturing processes
• Stable, long-term employment opportunities
• Hands-on training and skill development
• Clear growth paths into advanced production, maintenance, and technical roles
• Team-driven environment where your work directly impacts quality and customer satisfaction