Lead - Machine Operator

9 hours ago

Hyderabad, Telangana, India Pragati Rrd Full time ₹ 6,00,000 - ₹ 12,00,000 per year

Job Summary:

The Lead Operator (OP1) is a skilled and permanent machine operator responsible for independently operating and managing fully automatic, HMI-controlled machines in a production environment. OP1 plays a key role in executing production plans, maintaining machine efficiency, ensuring product quality, and leading junior operators (OP2 and OP3) on the shop floor.

The role demands technical proficiency, responsibility for machine performance and safety, and the ability to coordinate with maintenance, quality, and supervisory teams to ensure uninterrupted and efficient operations.

Key Skills: Machine Operation:

  • Full operational control of fully automatic machines
  • Proficient in HMI systems: navigating screens, inputting commands, interpreting alarms
  • Understands machine logic, automatic cycles, safety interlocks, and process flows
  • Monitor machine performance, address alarms, and initiate appropriate troubleshooting measures.

Setup, Changeovers & Calibration:

  • Independently performs tool changeovers, parameter settings, and initial calibration
  • Adjusts recipes or production settings through HMI

Troubleshooting & Maintenance:

  • Diagnoses and solves faults in automatic machinery
  • Reads error codes and alarm logs on HMI for problem-solving
  • Performs basic electrical and mechanical maintenance; raises service requests when needed

Quality Assurance:

  • Conducts in-process inspections
  • Adjusts machine settings based on product feedback
  • Uses measurement tools (Vernier, micrometre, gauges)
  • Maintain records of inspection, deviations, and corrective actions.

Documentation & Reporting:

  • Maintain accurate shift logs, production reports, downtime tracking, and batch traceability using HMI and manual systems.
  • Ensure documentation of all changeovers, maintenance, and quality checks.

Safety & Compliance:

  • Ensures adherence to machine safety protocols
  • Conducts lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures during maintenance
  • Lead daily safety briefings and report any near misses, unsafe conditions, or incidents.
  • Trains OP2/OP3 on safety practices

Leadership & Communication:

  • Leads designated area teams, delegates tasks to OP2/OP3
  • Communicates issues to maintenance, quality, or supervisors
  • Provides on-the-job training in machine handling, safety, and quality.
  • Ensure continuous skill development of the team by identifying gaps and mentoring.

Preferred candidate profile

Educational Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Additional certifications or training in printing processes or UV technology is a plus.

Experience:

  • 2+ years of experience as a machine operator in a printing environment, with knowledge of UV or 1 over 1 perfecting systems.
  • Experience in both UV and 1 over 1 perfecting printing is highly preferred.
  • Experience working in rotational Shifts

Technical Skills:

  • Understanding of machine operation, print quality control, and basic troubleshooting techniques.
  • Knowledge of UV ink systems and 1 over 1 perfecting printing technology.

Soft Skills:

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a team and under pressure.
  • Good communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

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