Zebra Technologies · Buffalo
Manufacturing & Operations
Overview:
At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.
Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.
You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally.
Come make an impact every day at Zebra.
What We're Looking For:
Operates, sets up, and monitors machinery and equipment used in manufacturing and converting production processes. This role requires experienced individuals to follow strict safety protocols, ensure rigorous quality standards are met, resolve operational issues, and maintain high efficiency in daily operations.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Operate and understand the mechanical function of converting equipment with ink and color matching
• Perform quality tests in compliance with ISO procedures and maintain productivity standards
• Troubleshoot and resolve moderately complex issues with limited supervision
• Solve problems through troubleshooting, collaboration and reviewing instructions and procedures
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve problems and improve processes
• Follow work orders, labeling requirements, and established safety practices, including the use of PPE
• Build positive working relationships within the team and department
• Learn, adhere to, and follow company processes, policies, and directions
• Train team members as directed by supervisor
• Uphold company values and standards in all activities
Operate and Monitor: Set up, run, and adjust manufacturing and converting machinery (such as die-cutting, slitting, laminating, or printing/finishing units) ensuring continuous, high-quality production flow.
Troubleshoot & Maintain: Identify equipment malfunctions, perform first-line troubleshooting, and execute routine preventative maintenance to minimize line downtime.
Ensure Quality & Compliance: Inspect finished products against work orders and technical specifications; perform standard quality tests in accordance with ISO procedures.
Uphold Safety Standards: Adhere to all plant safety regulations, PPE requirements, 5S methodologies, and environmental guidelines at all times.
Optimize Workflow: Manage job setups, tooling changes, and material changes efficiently to meet established shift productivity goals.
Team Leadership & Support: Guide and support junior operators, fostering a collaborative, safe, and productive work environment.
Minimum Qualifications (Must-Haves):
High school diploma, technical certification, or equivalent.
3+ years of progressive experience operating machinery and production equipment within a manufacturing or converting environment.
Proven ability to read technical job orders, set up tooling, and perform basic mechanical troubleshooting.
Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality control standards.
Ability to lift, handle, or position production materials (up to 50 lbs / 22 kg occasionally) and work standard shift rotations.
Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Haves):
Experience with converting, finishing, web handling, or packaging machinery.
Familiarity with ISO quality standards and lean manufacturing/5S practices.
Experience training, mentoring, or acting as a line lead for machine operators
Operador Senior de Maquinaria (Manufactura y Conversión)
Opera, ajusta y monitorea maquinaria y equipos utilizados en los procesos de manufactura y conversión. Este rol requiere personal con experiencia para seguir estrictos protocolos de seguridad, garantizar los estándares de calidad establecidos, solucionar fallas operativas y mantener una alta eficiencia en las líneas de producción.
Operar y Monitorear: Configurar, operar y ajustar equipos de manufactura y conversión (como unidades de troquelado, corte, laminado, impresión o acabado), asegurando un flujo de producción continuo y de alta calidad.
Diagnosticar y Mantener: Identificar anomalías en los equipos, ejecutar ajustes mecánicos básicos y realizar mantenimiento preventivo de primer nivel para reducir paros no programados.
Asegurar Calidad y Cumplimiento: Inspeccionar el producto terminado conforme a las órdenes de trabajo y especificaciones técnicas; ejecutar pruebas de calidad bajo normas y procedimientos ISO.
Cumplir Normas de Seguridad: Respetar y aplicar activamente todos los protocolos de seguridad industrial, uso de EPP, metodología 5S y lineamientos ambientales.
Optimizar la Productividad: Realizar montajes, cambios de herramentales y abastecimiento de insumos de manera ágil para cumplir con las metas de producción del turno.
Liderazgo Operativo: Apoyar y orientar a operadores de menor experiencia, promoviendo el trabajo en equipo y una cultura de seguridad.
Bachillerato concluido, carrera técnica o equivalente.
3+ años de experiencia comprobable en la operación de maquinaria y equipos de producción en entornos industriales, de manufactura o conversión.
Habilidad demostrada para interpretar órdenes de trabajo, realizar montajes y solucionar problemas mecánicos básicos.
Compromiso demostrado con la seguridad operativa y el control de calidad.
Capacidad para mover o manipular materiales de producción (hasta 22 kg / 50 lbs ocasionalmente) y disponibilidad de turnos.
Requisitos Deseables:
Experiencia previa con equipos de conversión, manejo de bobinas, troquelado, laminado o empaque.
Conocimiento práctico de normas de calidad ISO y metodologías 5S / Lean Manufacturing.
Experiencia capacitando a nuevos operadores o fungiendo como soporte de línea.
Benefits:
We understand the importance of work-life balance and wellbeing, which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work, adaptable hours, Summer Flex Fridays, Focus Fridays, and an annual companywide well-being day to promote revitalization and success.
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