Machine Operator 1st Shift

At Emerson, we are driven by precision, quality, and continuous improvement. We are seeking a Machine Operator to join our team in Sandusky, where you will play a critical role in supporting our manufacturing operations. In this position, you will set up and operate conventional equipment to produce high-quality components while ensuring efficiency, safety, and adherence to production standards in a fast-paced environment.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Precision machine operating responsibilities.
• Basic blueprint reading and shop math.
• Test and calibrate components and mechanisms to meet tolerances and product specifications.
• The use and operation of fabrication equipment in work centers such as grinding, honing, passivation, assembly and test, lathes, mills, and heat treat.
• Ability to use various oils and chemicals for some machine operations.
• Identifies product that fail tests or tolerance levels and may repair as necessary.
• Perform changeover of tools, fixtures and test setups.
• Observe established safe working, housekeeping procedures and promptly correct and / or notify supervisor of any hazardous situations.
• All supplemental duties, responsibilities, or non-essential requirements as assigned.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• High school diploma/GED or 2 years of experience required.
• No experience required with high school diploma/GED; Between 1 - 3 years of experience is preferred.
• Ability to produce a quality part at a productive rate.
• Work in a fast-paced environment.
• Teamwork.
• While performing duties may be required to sit, stand, walk, stoop, bend, twist or lift.
• May be required to work more than 8 hours in a day or 40 hours in a week based on departmental needs.
• Office and manufacturing environment.
• May be exposed to manufacturing plant conditions and elements including but not limited to noise, dust, dirt, oil, and grease.
• PPE’s may be required including safety glasses, ear plugs and safety shoes in specified areas of the plant.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Ability to utilize mechanical/manufacturing standards of practice for both manufacturing and assembly of components to obtain a defect-free part for shipment to customers.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.