Manufacturing ​/ Production Operator, Manufacturing Production

This is a hands-on individual contributor production role requiring expertise in multiple manufacturing disciplines, including CNC machining, manual tacking, lamination, engraving, and card finishing. The ideal candidate is a reliable team player who can adapt to different functions as needed to support production goal. This position involves operating and maintaining various manufacturing equipment to ensure high-quality production.

• Operate and maintain CNC machines, lamination systems, engraving systems, and/or card finishing equipment to produce high-quality components.
• Perform tacking operations with precision and in accordance with production requirements.
• Inspect and verify output quality at each stage, ensuring adherence to standards and specifications.
• Maintain accurate documentation of production data, process parameters, and quality checks through our ERP input tools or manual documentation.
• Flex between functions and workstations based on production demand or team capacity.
• Rapidly adapt to changes in workflow, priorities, and scheduling to support production goals.
• Collaborate with supervisors and planners to address bottlenecks or resource gaps in our Lead Daily Management solution.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures, maintaining a safe and organized workspace.
• Conduct basic troubleshooting and preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Report malfunctions or hazards promptly to minimize downtime and risk.

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical training or vocational certification preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in at least one of the following areas: CNC, tacking, lamination, engraving, card finishing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to read technical drawings, blueprints, or CAD files.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to adapt to changing priorities and support team flexibility.
• Preferred:
  Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
• Preferred:
  Understanding of ISO or other quality management systems.
• Basic computer literacy for equipment interfaces, reporting, and tracking.