Decatur

Meigs County

Tennessee

United States

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Machine Operator

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Machine Operators

Shaw Industries

Express Employment Professionals

Randstad

Machine operators are laborers who use heavy machinery to complete manufacturing, disassembling and other tasks. These professionals—also referred to as machinists—often specialize in one specific machine or type of machinery, and jobs are often listed based on the types of machinery and equipment located on the job site. Some positions may include:
- Milling and planning machine operators
- Injection mold machine operators
- Drilling and boring machine operators
- Rolling machine operators
- Packing machine operators
- Moving machine operators
- Construction machine operators

Machine operators’ responsibilities may depend on the type of machinery they use, but common job responsibilities include:
- Observing the machine as it produces objects and inspecting these objects upon completion
- Inspecting the parts of the machine and using micrometers and rulers to make sure the machine meets all design parameters of the blueprints
- Making minor repairs to machinery, such as sharpening tools and contacting an industrial mechanic as needed for large repairs
- Following all safety rules and regulations in place at the company
- Communicating with team members to ensure a quick and efficient production line with high-quality products across all machines
- Performing pre-operation activities on one or more pieces of equipment to ensure appropriate startup and operation

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