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3rd Shift - Machine Operator-I (Grit Blast)

3/23/2026

The Machine Operator I operates production equipment for manufacturing and assembly, ensuring product specifications and tolerances are met by following blueprints and guidelines. This role involves maintaining required production records and reporting any equipment inconsistencies according to standard procedures.

Salary

17 - 19 USD

Working Hours

38 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Tegra Medical is an end-to-end contract manufacturing solutions provider, known as the company “where medical devices come to life.” Our customers look to us to manufacture everything from complex components to finished devices – from the sharp “business end” to the molded plastic handle – including assembly, sterilization and packaging. Our headquarters is in Franklin, Massachusetts and we have manufacturing locations in Massachusetts, Mississippi, Costa Rica, Europe, and Asia. We are ISO 13485 and FDA registered. Tegra Medical is a member of SFS. We often have open job positions for skilled manufacturing positions. Please see https://www.tegramedical.com/careers/ for our latest job openings.
About the Role

We offer 22.5% 3rd shift differential

Job Summary

Machine Operator I operates production equipment, is responsible for manufacturing and assembly of customer products. Follows blueprints, guidelines, and travelers to ensure product specifications and that tolerance levels are met. Being a Machine Operator I maintain the required records of production reports any inconsistencies or equipment issues following standard procedures. Machine Operator I is an entry level position with some understanding of manufacturing equipment. 

Role and Responsibilities 

  • Ability to use inspection equipment (micrometers, calipers, comparator, etc.)
  • Maintains a high standard of quality.
  •  Performs first piece and in process inspection(s)
  •  Keeps record of all inspections and parts run.
  • Strive to maximize efficiency and improve quality.
  • Perform ERP system transactions.
  •  Flexible with the ability to change job priorities as instructed.
  •   Comfortable with cross-functional tasks to support a continuously improving environment.
  •  Run both manual and CNC controlled manufacturing equipment.
  •  Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications 

  • Ability to work with small diameter parts requiring tight tolerances and high-quality finishes.
  •  Ability to read blueprints/drawings is desirable.
  • Have good mechanical and math aptitude, understand work instructions.
  • 1-2 years’ industrial experience in manufacturing/machine operating is preferred.
  •  Good communication skills. 
  • Dependable, efficient and productive work habit
  •  Good problem-solving skills.

Education Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.

Physical Requirements:

  • Frequent performing repetitive work.
  • Occasional lifting (max. 40 lbs.)
  • Occasional carrying (max. 40 lbs.)
  • Subject to physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts
  • Constant safety glasses
  • Constant full PPE (where required)
  • Frequent standing
  • Occasional sitting, walking, pushing, pulling, reaching.





M-F 11:00pm to 7:15am
Key Skills
Machine OperationGrit BlastProduction Equipment OperationBlueprint ReadingTolerance LevelsInspection Equipment UseMicrometersCalipersComparatorQuality MaintenanceFirst Piece InspectionIn Process InspectionERP System TransactionsManual Equipment OperationCNC OperationMechanical Aptitude
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