Looking to grow your manufacturing career and gain hands-on experience operating production equipment? We are hiring an Assistant Machine Operator to join a fast-paced manufacturing team! This is a great opportunity for someone with machine operating experience who enjoys working with equipment, learning new processes, and being part of a team that keeps production moving. Qualified candidates interested are encouraged to apply and call now for immediate consideration at 815-277-2630.
Assistant Machine Operator Job Details:
Schedule: Monday-Thursday - 12 hour shifts
7:30 AM -7:30 PM or 7:30 PM - 7:30 AM
Pay Rate: $22.00/hour
Must be able to train Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM for 1 month
Temp to Hire Opportunity
Selling Points about Assistant Machine Operator:
- Competitive starting pay at $22.00/hour w/ $1.00 increase upon conversion
- Hands-on experience with extrusion and manufacturing equipment
- Opportunity to expand your machine operating and troubleshooting skills
- Work alongside experienced Lead Operators and production leadership
- Fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment
- Great opportunity for candidates looking to grow their manufacturing career
Assistant Machine Operator Job Description:
- Assist the Lead Operator and Shift Supervisor with operating extrusion equipment
- Support machine setup, startup, shutdown, and product changeovers
- Load raw materials, including resins, additives, and colorants, into hoppers and feeders
- Monitor extrusion lines and report equipment or production issues
- Perform visual inspections and basic measurements to ensure product quality
- Remove, package, and label finished products according to specifications
- Clean and prepare tooling and equipment during changeovers
- Assist operators and maintenance with minor troubleshooting and machine adjustments
- Transport raw materials and finished products using pallet jacks or forklifts when certified
- Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow 5S and safety standards
Assistant Machine Operator Job Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED
- 1+ year of machine operating experience in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
- Comfortable working around heat, noise, and moving machinery
- Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours per shift
- Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs
- Comfortable bending, reaching, kneeling, climbing stairs or ladders, and working at various heights
- Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and steel-toe footwear
PeopleShare is the leading Staffing Agency in the region and has temporary to hire and permanent jobs across 8 states. Our openings include receptionist, data entry, customer service, collections, office managers, call center, administrative assistant, accounts payable clerk, accounts receivable clerk, file clerk, warehouse, assembly, production, pickers, packers, forklift, machine operators, and maintenance mechanics.
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