Machine Operator

Location: North Kingstown, United States of AmericaThales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security.

Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billons of digital interactions they have with people.

Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter and much more.

More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure.The Machine Operator for our North Kingstown location will operate various card production equipment to personalize debit/credit cards according to customers’ specifications.

Work with other operators, technicians, and supervisory staff to achieve daily / monthly goals.

Perform minor equipment maintenance and adjustments per written and oral instructions.

Work independently, performing quality inspections on own work according to production standards.

Identify potential production and quality problems, recommending remedial, corrective or contingency action.

Awareness and compliance with all security and production policies & procedures.Key Responsibilities:* Must be able to work in a high-paced environment* Operate card production equipment and perform related activities* Confirm work receipt* Formulate and implement work priority decisions* Exceed production output and quality standards* Perform minor equipment maintenance and adjustments per written and oral instructions* Work independently performing quality inspections on own work to production standards* Maintain a clean and orderly work area* Identify potential production and quality problems; recommending remedial, corrective or contingency action* Work with other operators, technicians and supervisory staff to assist with problems and to an effective work environment* Awareness and compliance with all security and production policies/procedures* Must possess basic computer skills* Maintain housekeeping standards of workstation* Order supplies as needed* Attend appropriate training and meetings as required* Meet safety standardsRequired Skills and Experience:* High School Diploma or equivalent experience* Basic computer skills* Basic math skills required* Good communication skills in both written and verbal* Strong analytical, numerical and reasoning abilities* Ability to write routine reports and correspondence* Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists* Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form* Ability to establish credibility and be decisive
– but able to recognize and support the organization’s preferences and prioritiesPreferred Skills and Experience:* 1-3 years’ experience in mechanical ability* 1-3 years’ experience in safety rules and maintenance instructions* Intermediate computer skillsSpecial Requirements* Required to be standing and operating a machine 6+ hours a day* Schedule:* Ability to work flexible hours and flexibility to work varying shifts at least once per month;* Ability to work during weekends when required;This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check.

Qualified candidates with (a) criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal law, state law, and local ordinances.Successful applicant must comply with federal contractor vaccine mandate requirements.Thales champions inclusion and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture.

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by lawIf you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales, please contact us at talentacquisition@us.thalesgroup.com.