Machine Operator I

Dixon is seeking a Machine Operator for its Chestertown, MD Dixon Boss team. The role focuses on operating specialized machinery to produce parts, including setting up and loading materials into hydraulic presses, marking devices, and threading equipment. Ideal candidates will have experience assembling hydraulic fittings for agricultural use, but training is available. Responsibilities also include monitoring machine performance, making minor adjustments, performing quality checks, basic troubleshooting, and adhering to safety protocols.

Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your well-being and professional growth. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, competitive salary, bonus programs, a 401K retirement plan, training opportunities, tuition reimbursement, vacation and PTO, paid holidays, gym reimbursements, and more! The targeted range for this position is $18 - $22/hr. Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals!

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set up and load material into equipment
• Operate specialized equipment safely, efficiently and precisely
• Monitor machine performance
• Adjust machine settings to maintain quality and efficiency
• Identify and isolate defective parts
• Perform basic troubleshooting of machine issues
• Record production data
• Adhere to safety protocols
• Maintain a clean and organized work area

COMPETENCIES:

• Safety Consciousness
• Attention to detail
• Adherence to procedures
• Time management
• Responsible / accountable
• Observant
• Well organized and accountable for own work
• Great attitude, attendance, and teamwork
• Willing to learn new skills
• Work with minimal instructions
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds over the course of a shift

The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws. Accordingly, to the fullest extent required by applicable law, The Dixon Group strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons. The Dixon Group is committed to protecting the privacy rights of its employees and job applicants to the fullest extent required by applicable law. To that end, personal information will be collected solely for those legitimate business purposes recognized by law, and then maintained in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to document retention requirements. The Dixon Group does not sell personal information to third parties, and does not share such personal information with third parties except when authorized by law to do so (e.g., in response to a lawful subpoena; mandatory tax reporting; etc.)