Machine Operator - 3rd Shift
Listed on 2026-02-18
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Production, Machine Operator
Location: Deerfield
We're Hiring:
Machine Operator I
Location: South Deerfield, MA
Company: Pelican Products, Inc.
At Pelican, we engineer products that stand up to the world's toughest conditions-because the people who rely on us do too. For nearly 50 years, we've been a trusted partner for military personnel, first responders, outdoor adventurers, and innovators who push the limits.
With a global presence that includes 11 offices, 4 manufacturing facilities, and 4 custom case centers, we create high-performance protective solutions that ensure our customers can focus on what matters most. Whether it's transporting critical medical supplies, securing mission-essential equipment, or keeping expedition gear safe, Pelican products are Built to Protect to Equip for the Mission.
At Pelican, your work has a real-world impact. You'll be part of a team driven by innovation, craftsmanship, and the shared belief that when the mission is critical, failure isn't an option. If you're ready to build something that makes a difference, be part of a team that protects what matters most.
What You'll DoPerform a variety of repetitive duties to set up and operate a rotational molding machine to produce various sizes of plastic containers and custom products. Perform a variety of secondary operations to roto-molded products as required.
- Work from both written and verbal instructions.
- Understand and follow standard safety and manufacturing procedures as documented.
- Understand and follow established company and department policies and procedures.
- Use a variety of powered and manual hand tools, motorized hoists, gantries and other equipment used in the production process.
- Read and understand basic information on blueprints and manufacturing work orders needed to produce product that meets required specifications.
- Perform or assist in machine operations to set up and service molds, monitor instrument controls, check product quality, and make adjustments as required.
- Demonstrate and share technical knowledge with others in training.
- Perform secondary operations on molded product as required.
- Maintain established Pelican quality standards.
- Maintain work area and equipment in a safe, clean, and orderly condition.
- Maintain daily production and other records as required.
- Operate a rotational molding machine with minimum supervision.
- Follows company policies and practices as outlined in the Employee Handbook and/or applicable employment agreement. Follow safety guidelines and procedures in accordance to the job.
- Performs additional duties as assigned.
3rd Shift
Work Schedule:
Sunday-Thursday, 10pm-6:15am Eastern Time
- Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent. - Must have basic math skills including binary operations (+-/*) and decimal/fraction conversions.
- Must be able to read and record measurements with precision and accuracy; identify and utilize detailed part names, numbers, and critical characteristics.
- Must have ability to learn/use a variety of measuring tools including calipers, micrometers, inside/outside micrometers, verniers, pin gauges, height gauges, radius gauges, protractors, and dial indicators, optical comparators and coordinate measuring machines.
- Must be able to follow written and/or verbal instructions with manual or electronic reporting of results.
- Must be able to learn, comply, communicate and report compliance or deviation to processes and product quality standards.
- Must have ability to complete work under minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in various production areas including, but not limited to, receiving, warehouse, quality control, assembly/fabrication, rotational molding and injection molding.
- Must be able to communicate and interact effectively and cooperatively both verbally and in writing with vendors, contractors and employees at all levels of the organization.
- 1 year operating plastic molding machine or similar machinery operation experience.
- Must be able to understand and follow all established safety procedures and guidelines.
- Must be able to operate machinery and controls.
Join a company that truly values its employees! We offer a relaxed and casual work environment, a strong commitment to giving back to communities, and a focus on employee satisfaction. With regular opportunities to share feedback with leadership and structured performance evaluations, we ensure that your voice is heard and your growth is supported.
- Competitive paid time off plans / Holiday pay /extra vacation purchase opportunities
- 401k plan - with immediate match
- Great Benefits - several options including Pet insurance for our animal lovers.
- Health Savings Account Contribution
- Wellness Discount Program
- Global Mental Wellness Program
- Quarterly Employee Celebration Days
- Peer to Peer Recognition Program
- Service Recognition Program
- Amazing employee discount program on Pelican Products, Pelican branded apparel and gear
- Employee referral program - get paid to work with your trusted network.
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