Assistant Machine OperatorLooking 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.Assistant Machine Operator Job Details:Schedule: Monday-Thursday - 12 hour shifts 7:30 AM -7:30 PM or 7:30 PM - 7:30 AMPay Rate: $22.00/hourMust be able to train Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM for 1 monthTemp to Hire OpportunitySelling Points about Assistant Machine Operator:Competitive starting pay at $22.00/hour w/ $1.00 increase upon conversionHands-on experience with extrusion and manufacturing equipmentOpportunity to expand your machine operating and troubleshooting skillsWork alongside experienced Lead Operators and production leadershipFast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environmentGreat opportunity for candidates looking to grow their manufacturing careerAssistant Machine Operator Job Description:Assist the Lead Operator and Shift Supervisor with operating extrusion equipmentSupport machine setup, startup, shutdown, and product changeoversLoad raw materials, including resins, additives, and colorants, into hoppers and feedersMonitor extrusion lines and report equipment or production issuesPerform visual inspections and basic measurements to ensure product qualityRemove, package, and label finished products according to specificationsClean and prepare tooling and equipment during changeoversAssist operators and maintenance with minor troubleshooting and machine adjustmentsTransport raw materials and finished products using pallet jacks or forklifts when certifiedMaintain a clean, organized work area and follow 5S and safety standardsAssistant Machine Operator Job Requirements:High school diploma or GED1+ year of machine operating experience in a manufacturing environmentAbility to read, write, and communicate effectively in EnglishStrong attention to detail and ability to follow instructionsComfortable working around heat, noise, and moving machineryAbility to stand and walk for up to 12 hours per shiftAbility to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbsComfortable bending, reaching, kneeling, climbing stairs or ladders, and working at various heightsAbility to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and steel-toe footwearPeopleShare is the leading Staffing Agency in the region and has temporary to hire and permanent jobs across 8 states.
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Machine Operator in elgin at Unknown Company
- Typical pay
- $37,700–$53,300
For context, most machine operators earn between $37,700–$53,300 a year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data. What this particular role pays is set by the employer — check the description above.
This position is listed as full time and onsite.