Production Operator
Job Location:
Shelbyville, TN - USA
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Job Summary
Nesco Resource is hiring for Production Operator in Shelbyville TN area.
We are looking for a dedicated and quality-focused Production Operator to join our new state-of-the-art factory in Tennessee. This role supports our promotional product decoration operations which include a wide variety of printing and marking technologies - from laser engraving and silkscreen printing to advanced inkjet and digital decoration techniques.
As part of our production team you will operate maintain and ensure the smooth performance of equipment used to personalize promotional products such as pens drinkware bags stationary and other branded items. Your attention to detail quality mindset and teamwork will directly contribute to meeting customer expectations and achieving operational excellence.
What you will do:
Production & Equipment Operation
- Operate light industrial and digital decoration machinery in line with daily production targets and quality requirements.
- Execute multiple decoration methods such as laser engraving silkscreen pad printing UV inkjet sublimation and other digital processes.
- Perform product setup calibration and changeovers efficiently to maintain production flow.
- Conduct in-process inspections to ensure high-quality output and product consistency.
Identify troubleshoot and report any equipment or process issues promptly
- Follow all quality standards and inspection procedures ensuring decorated products meet design and customer specifications.
- Maintain a clean organized and safe work area in compliance with company safety policies.
- Report defective materials safety risks or equipment malfunctions immediately.
- Support continuous improvement and 5S initiatives across the production floor.
Documentation & Materials Management
- Record production data accurately (performance downtime and scrap logs).
- Verify correct work order codes and materials before production begins.
- Support efficient material handling staging and replenishment to minimize downtime.
Collaboration & Teamwork
- Work closely with other production operators quality inspectors and shift supervisors to ensure smooth process flow.
- Assist with cross-training and support other decoration lines when needed.
- Actively participate in problem-solving and process-improvement discussions.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to read write and speak in English.
- Previous experience in a production manufacturing or similar hands-on environment is desirable.
- Ability to work cross-functionally take direction from others and a willingness to learn new processes as required.
- Must be able to meet minimum lifting weight requirements of 30 lbs.
- Ability to stand for extended periods as required in a production environment.
- Comfortable using computer equipment and systems relevant to the role.
- Familiarity with or willingness to learn and apply 5S workplace organization principles. 5S refers to a workplace organization method focused on Sort set in order Shine Standardize and Sustain aimed at improving efficiency and safety.
Work Environment: This job works in a manufacturing environment using various manufacturing equipment.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to stand for the entire shift as well as the ability to bend twist push pull grasp The employee is regularly required to speak or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical Vision Dental 401K and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
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