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Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Company:
Centrix Inc
Location:
Shelton, CT, 06484
Posted:
February 04, 2026
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Description:

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Set-up, program, operate and tear down and trouble-shoot various manufacturing machinery.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Machine Operator - All Levels

Obtain materials from supervisor

Set-up, operate and tear down machines

Perform various machine operation support tasks

Maintain schedule based on production demand through supervisor

Maintain all machinery, keep work area clean, neat and organized

Trouble-shoot equipment and document problems

Maintain proper paperwork specific to each job

Effectively communicate problems and possible solutions to Engineering and/or Shift Supervisor

Computer operation may be required

Miscellaneous assembly and packaging activities

Other tasks as required

Machine Operator - Level I

The Level I Machine Operator position must be proficient in the operation of at least two machines within three months of start:

Full knowledge of all safety issues relating to machines

Set-up of all parts run on machine with minimum supervision

LEVEL I MACHINERY SPECIFIC - Trained to operate at least two of the following machines

Welder

Jumbo Tubes

Tube Luber

Majestic

Manual Pad Printing

Machine Operator - Level II

Has ability to operate at least four out of the five Level I machinery and one level II machine.

The Level II Machine Operator position has knowledge of all essential functions of this position.

Full knowledge of all safety issues relating to machines

Set-up of all parts run on machine with minimum supervision

LEVEL II MACHINERY SPECIFIC - Trained to operate atleast one of the following machines:

Brushes

Auto Pad Print and Needletubes

Oravet wax line - occasional only

Flocking Room

Machine Operator - Level III-A

Ability to operate atleast four Level I machines and atleast two Level II machines.

The Level III-A Machine Operator position has knowledge of all essential functions of this position.

Ability to operate all of the machines in which training was received.

Set-up of all parts run on machine in which training was received.

Troubleshoot all machinery in operations in which training was received.

Machine Operator - Level III-B

Ability to operate at least four Level I machines and at least two Level II machines. Also, has the ability to operate the fill form seal machine.

The Level III-B Machine Operator position has knowledge of all essential functions of this position.

Ability to operate all of the machines in which training was received.

Set-up of all parts run on machine in which training was received.

Troubleshoot all machinery in operations in which training was received.

Trained in the basic operation to serve as a back-up for Level III-B and work in conjuction with production staff to run the:

LEVEL III-B MACHINERY SPECIFIC - Trained in the basic operation of:

Form Fill Seal

Machine Operator - Level IV

Ability to lead the operation of the Form Fill Seal machine and organize production staff accordingly for operation of the machine.

Ability to operate the form fill seal machine.

Set-up of all parts run on the form fill seal machine

Troubleshoot all machinery in conjuction with the from fill seal machine

Is not required to operate or receive training on other machines besides the form fill seal as a prerequisite.

Can operate other machines in which training was received.

LEVEL IV MACHINERY SPECIFIC - Trained in all of the following machine:

Form Fill Seal

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Good mathematical skills, good mechanical aptitude

Ability to learn quickly and work independently

Ability to maneuver 50 lbs.

Good hand dexterity and repetitive movement of both hands required

Good organizational and time management skills

Computer literacy

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

High school diploma

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