Top 58 manufacturing operator Jobs in salem, or

Technician/Operator - Manufacturing Technician I
Natural Plant Products —Salem, OR
- $22 - $26 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Forklift
- Microsoft Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Operator (Slurry)
Oregon Fruit Company —Salem, OR
- From $19.74 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Basic math
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Production Worker
International Paper —Salem, OR
- $23.27 an hour
- Full-time
- No high school diploma
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
Operator 1
Kerr Concentrates, Inc. —Salem, OR
- Full-time
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Entry Level Production Operator
RSG Forest Products —Salem, OR
- $20.50 - $28.00 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Pass drug screening
- No experience needed
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Bakery Mixer - Machine Operator
Reser's Fine Foods, Inc. —Salem, OR
- Overtime
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Entry level
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Electronics Assembler
Garmin International, Inc. —Salem, OR
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Power tools
OARO Element Processing Technician
Aquatech International —Albany, OR
- Full-time
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- 401(k)
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CNC Lathe Machinist - WEEKEND $22 - $36 hourly, plus shift diff
Precinmac —Albany, OR
- $22 - $36 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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CNC - SWISS Machinist -WEEKEND $22 - $36 hourly, plus shift diff
Precinmac —Albany, OR
- $22 - $36 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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SAW OPERATOR
48forty Solutions —Salem, OR
- $16 an hour
- Overtime
- Carpentry
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Fabricator 1
Valmont Industries —Salem, OR
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- Forklift
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Machine Operator
Field Fastener —Salem, OR
- $19 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Assembly
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Processor Operator
Pacific Coast Producers —Salem, OR
- $19.52 an hour
- Overtime
- Forklift
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Communication skills
Production Lead (Processing) 1st Shift
OFD Foods, LLC —Albany, OR
- $31.50 an hour
- Monday to Friday
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Pass drug screening
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
SMT Operator
Garmin International, Inc. —Salem, OR
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Windows
- High school diploma or GED
Sawyer
Valley Fab Corporation —Brooks, OR
- $22 - $28 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Basic math
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Evaporator Operator
Meduri Farms Inc —Dallas, OR
- $19.70 - $24.20 an hour
- Overtime
- Forklift
- Ability to climb stairs
- High school diploma or GED
Production Team Member
Trillium Pacific Millwork, Inc. —Hubbard, OR
- $19 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Manufacturing
- Reliable transportation
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Seneca Foods —Dayton, OR
- Overtime
- Forklift
- Manufacturing
- Entry level
- On-the-job training

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Technician/Operator - Manufacturing Technician I

Natural Plant Products -
Salem, OR

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Job Details

Full-time
$22 - $26 an hour
2 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
On-the-job training
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Computer operation
Machine operation
Forklift
Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence
Microsoft Office
High school diploma or GED
Manufacturing facility
Analysis skills
Records management
Productivity software
Materials handling
Manufacturing
Factory experience
Material handling equipment operation
Time management
Respirator

Full Job Description

Technician/Operator – Manufacturing

The Manufacturing Technician I is responsible for the safe and efficient operating of manufacturing equipment that processes raw agricultural materials into crude and refined natural oil products. This position is responsible for producing quality seed oil through safe operation of the manufacturing process. The technician is primarily responsible for safe operation of equipment, handling oil, raw materials used in the manufacturing process and incoming and outgoing shipments. The technician will monitor the manufacturing process and equipment, making necessary adjustments to meet the highest safety and quality standards.

The Manufacturing Technician I reports to the Production Supervisor. The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, 2:00pm - 10:30pm.

Essential Duties

Ensure quality and consistency in production processes by assessing, modifying, and/or calibrating equipment.
Ensure efficiency and productivity by evaluating and modifying production processes and/or equipment.
Identifies, troubleshoots, and resolve issues with equipment, devices, or products; uses precision instruments such as gauges, scales, and spectrophotometers to adjust.
Gather and arrange materials, including seed, oil, and cake, sometimes using a forklift.
Assists engineers, contractors, and other specialists with tasks related to development, construction, and evaluation of new products, operations, and/or procedures.
Drafts and maintains production logs, inventories, documentation, and reports including those outlining procedures, batch records, inventory, productivity, changeover, and progress.
Ensures compliance with health and safety laws, regulations, and best practices.
Oversee and monitors various components of the manufacturing system using a programable local controller (PLC) and human machine interface (HMI)
Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of experience within the manufacturing or agricultural production industry.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven ability to clearly communicate with engineering, technical support, sales and management
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to be self-directed and work independently, as well as part of a team.
Excellent time management skills in up to a 12-hour shift
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficient with Microsoft office suite and other related software.
Highschool diploma or equivalent
Forklift operating skills and experience.

Physical Requirements

A safety sensitive position requires full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely work.
Must wear required PPE, including a respirator or particulate mask for specific work tasks.
Prolonged periods of standing in factory and at times, sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Lifting up to 60 pounds while practicing safe lifting techniques.
Manual dexterity to evaluate, install, and modify equipment.
Rotating shift work will require the ability to work nights and weekends.

Natural Plant Products (NPP) is dedicated to transparency, integrity, and sustainability in producing high quality seed oils. NPP is headquartered in the Willamette Valley. With up to 100% of medical insurance premiums paid by the employer, a competitive compensation plan, paid time off, and on the job training, this is a job to consider no matter what your current industry!

Natural Plant Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to the policy of equality of employment opportunity for all employees without regard to their race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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