Lead Operator

Description

Ready to take the lead in Muncie, Indiana? We're seeking a motivated and skilled Lead Operator for an exciting temp-to-hire opportunity. If you're looking for a role where you can shine and earn $22.39 per hour (plus overtime!), this could be your next big move.

Shifts:

• 1st Shift: M-F, 7:00 am-3:00 pm
• 2nd Shift: M-F, 3:00 pm-11:00 pm
• 3rd Shift: S-Th, 11:00 pm-7:00 am

Perks & Benefits

Employment Type & Shifts

Job Responsibilities

• Practice and promote world-class safety standards daily.
• Participate in monthly safety talks and quality stand-down meetings as needed.
• Support quality initiatives, including containment activities and system purges.
• Support IATF 16949 practices and initiatives when assigned.
• Operate and maintain daily production equipment such as lathes, machining centers, gun drills, and rack rolling machines.
• Provide break and lunch relief for machine operators as needed.
• Assist supervisors with manpower adjustments to accommodate machine downtime, material shortages, or production shifts.
• Write up and document scrap accurately and promptly.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic production problems independently.
• Perform equipment setup and changeovers to support production flow.
• Assist engineering teams in process development, tooling tests, prototyping activities, and manufacturing documentation.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong understanding of basic machine operations and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, including standard blueprint symbols.
• Proficient in the use of basic inspection tools (micrometers, calipers, bore gages, height gages, depth gages, etc.).
• Solid math skills and basic understanding of industrial engineering principles (e.g., man/machine cycle time studies).
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, cellular manufacturing, and basic maintenance practices.
• Prior manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of machining practices, tools, and fixtures.
• Computer literate; Microsoft Office proficiency (especially Excel) is preferred.
• Forklift certified, or ability to become certified within 45 days (forklift license preferred).

Associate Requirements