Machine Operator-IMS Process 4

At ETRIA, we combine world-class manufacturing expertise with a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement. From our facility in Lawrenceville, Georgia, we produce essential toner products that drive the office printing industry.

We are looking for a skilled day shift (6 am-6 pm rotating shift) manufacturing professional ready to step into a high-impact, hands-on leadership role. As a Senior Machine Operator – Process, you won’t just run equipment—you’ll drive daily production, mentor operators, solve technical challenges, and collaborate across Quality and Engineering teams to keep our operations safe, efficient, and top-tier.

Key Responsibilities

• Guide Daily Production: Direct shift workflow, assign tasks, and partner with supervisors on scheduling, staffing, and attendance reporting.

• Train & Mentor: Onboard new operators, coach team members on safety/quality standards, and check daily work output.

• Clear Communication: Log production results, share shift handovers, and report team performance insights to management.

• Documentation: Complete and verify production logs, inspection check sheets, and shift reports accurately.

• Hands-on Operation: Run high-speed processing machinery and manage raw/processed material loads.

• Changeovers & Setup: Perform complex equipment changeovers, including deep cleaning, teardowns, line setups, and fine-tuning.

• Problem Solving: Troubleshoot equipment and quality issues, identify root causes, and adjust parameters within specification.

• Quality Assurance: Collaborate with QC to sample and test output, making precise machine adjustments to meet strict tolerances.

• Escalation: Promptly report and escalate complex mechanical/process defects, safety risks, or system breakdowns to Engineering and leadership.

What You Bring

• Experience: 4–6 years operating complex manufacturing process equipment in a fast-paced environment.

• Leadership & Independence: Proven ability to delegate work, train others, and troubleshoot equipment with minimal supervision.

• Technical & Math Skills: Proficient in basic practical math (fractions, decimals, percentages) for batching and adjustments.

• Communication: Strong English reading, writing, and verbal communication skills to follow complex work instructions and lead shift handovers.