Industrial Equipment Operator, Precision Manufacturing

Location: Richmond, VA (23231)

A day in the life

Your shift begins by reviewing the production plan and confirming machine readiness. You set up equipment (including CNC changeovers when scheduled), verify safety guards, and dial in machine parameters to hit quality targets. As parts run, you watch performance trends, make timely adjustments, and record output and quality data. When a hiccup appears, you troubleshoot mechanically and methodically—resolving issues or escalating them with clear, concise notes. Throughout the day you move materials with a sit-down forklift, keep your work area organized and safe, and collaborate with teammates to keep production flowing. Before clocking out, you leave the line ready for the next run and document anything supervisors need to know.

What you'll do

• Operate and monitor diverse manufacturing machinery safely and efficiently.
• Perform routine maintenance, basic repairs, and mechanical troubleshooting to sustain optimal uptime.
• Execute setups and adjust machine settings—CNC setup/changeover included—to maintain quality standards.
• Follow daily/weekly production schedules and meet output goals without compromising quality.
• Keep a clean, orderly, and compliant work environment aligned with safety protocols.
• Move raw materials and finished goods as needed (including sit-down forklift operation).
• Accurately log production data and promptly communicate issues to supervisors.
• Work independently while contributing to continuous improvement with your team.

What you bring

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training in machine operation is a plus.
• Hands-on experience as a machine operator or in a closely related production role.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and proven troubleshooting ability (mechanical and process).
• Ability to read technical documents, prints, and equipment manuals.
• Detail orientation and a commitment to quality work.
• Comfort working independently and within a team environment.
• Flexibility to work varied hours and overtime when required.

Preferred proficiencies

• General and mechanical troubleshooting
• Material handling experience
• CNC machine setup and changeover
• Packaging and line change tasks

Tools & technologies

• Sit-down forklift
• Industrial forklifts