• Machine Operator

    Dorman (Lewisberry, PA)


    Machine Operator

     

    Date: Jan 9, 2026

     

    Company: Dorman Products

    Job Summary

    The Machine Operator plays a critical role in the New Build Department by expertly operating surface mount machines to ensure efficient production processes. This role involves hands-on machine operation, monitoring, and maintenance to meet production quality and schedule requirements within a collaborative team environment.

    Primary Duties

    + Carefully learn, understand, and comply with comprehensive, detailed work instructions and standard operating procedures to maintain consistency and quality in production processes.

    + Operate surface mount machines by precisely loading components, overseeing machine functionality, and ensuring continuous operation with minimal downtime.

    + Perform basic troubleshooting to quickly identify and resolve machine-related issues, minimizing disruptions to the production line.

    + Maintain accurate and thorough documentation, including production logs, machine settings, and maintenance records to support traceability and process improvement initiatives.

    + Conduct counts and quality checks of finished goods and supplies to verify production outputs and report discrepancies as needed.

    + Actively participate in ongoing team activities aimed at improving operational efficiency, product quality, and workplace safety through continuous improvement efforts.

    + Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to support production goals, communicate machine status, and contribute to problem-solving activities.

    + Adhere strictly to workplace safety standards and protocols to ensure a safe and productive working environment for all team members.

    Qualifications

    + Demonstrates strong communication skills, enabling courteous and clear interactions with coworkers and supervisors to foster a collaborative work environment.

    + Exhibits a proactive attitude towards teamwork, actively supporting colleagues to accomplish shared production objectives.

    + Maintains a strong commitment to safety awareness, consistently following and advocating for safe work practices.

    + Possesses physical stamina and capability to stand, stoop, bend, and lift items weighing up to 40 lbs throughout the workday without compromising performance.

    + Displays keen attention to detail and numerical aptitude, ensuring accuracy in machine setup, operation, and production documentation.

    + Committed to meeting production targets while upholding stringent quality standards, balancing efficiency with product excellence.

    + Understands and aligns work activities with customer requirements and expectations, contributing to customer satisfaction and company reputation.

    + Demonstrates the ability to promptly identify, communicate, and address potential non-conformance issues, supporting continuous quality improvement.

    + Reliably punctual and dependable, maintaining minimal absenteeism to support consistent production schedules and team dependability.

     

    Education / Experience

     

    + Prior experience operating machinery in a manufacturing or production setting is preferred, with familiarity in surface mount technology considered an asset.

    + On-the-job training will be provided to ensure proficiency with specific machines and processes in the New Build Department.

    + A high school diploma or equivalent educational background is typically expected; additional technical certifications related to machine operation or electronics manufacturing are advantageous.