Machine Operator

About Us:
Founded in 2011 as American Meltblown and Filtration, American Filter Manufacturing (AFM) has grown from a meltblown cartridge specialist into a large scale filtration manufacturer. Today, AFM delivers one of the most complete lines of filtration products in the industry—designed to protect water, processes, and people around the world.

AFM specializes in private labelling—manufacturing high-quality filtration products that carry our customers' brands. Unlike most manufacturers, we control every step of the process, from plastic pellets to the finished product. vertical integration ensures consistent quality, reliability, and the flexibility to meet unique customer needs.

Through our sister company, Liquid Filter Housings (LFH), we also provide the industry's most durable filter housings in Carbon Steel, 304 Stainless Steel, and 316 Stainless Steel. Together, we offer a complete filtration solution: cartridges, medias, and housings—engineered to work seamlessly as one system.

Operating out of a 148,000 sq. ft. U.S. facility with over 100 employees working shifts around the clock, AFM has the scale to support large global brands while remaining flexible enough to deliver specialized private-label solutions.

Job Summary:
As a Machine Operator, you'll play a critical role in producing high-quality filter products while meeting safety, quality, and customer delivery expectations. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in their work, pays attention to detail, and enjoys working in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

You'll work closely with your team, supervisors, and maintenance partners to keep operations running smoothly and efficiently.

Responsibilities:

• Read and analyze work orders to determine proper machine setup and production priorities
• Load and unload raw materials, ensuring proper placement and alignment
• Set up, program, operate, and monitor machinery for quality and efficiency
• Inspect finished products against specifications and quality standards
• Identify and assist with resolving minor mechanical or quality issues
• Accurately document production runs, material usage, and issues
• Collaborate with supervisors to plan work and resolve production challenges
• Assist with training and cross-training other operators
• Support safety, quality, and environmental compliance at all times
• Additional duties may be assigned as operational needs evolve.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (or comparable experience)
• 1+ year of machine operation or manufacturing experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality and safety
• Basic math, counting, and computer/data entry skills
• Ability to read and follow work orders, procedures, and specifications
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated strong work ethic, accountability, and pride in craftsmanship
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Willingness to cross-train and support other operations as needed
• Respectful, honest, and customer-focused mindset
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift (up to 40 lbs.), and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with moderate to high noise levels
• Willingness to wear required PPE (safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.)
• Ability to work in environments with temperature variations and exposure to mechanical equipment