Set Up OperatorSalary Range $24.00 Position Type Full Time Job Shift Any Education Level Equivalent Work Experience Travel Percentage None Category ManufacturingEarn up to a $5,000 sign-on bonus! Build a career, not just another job. Are you mechanically inclined and enjoy working with your hands?
Do you have the skills but haven't found a company willing to invest in your growth?If you enjoy troubleshooting machinery, making mechanical adjustments, and solving problems, Western States has an opportunity for you. We provide extensive paid training and a clear path for career advancement in our clean, climate-controlled manufacturing facility in Butler, WI—just minutes from Milwaukee. Starting pay $24.00/hour!Guaranteed pay increases:Raise after your first 30 daysAdditional raises every 90 daysEarn approximately $1.20 more per hour within your first 90 daysShift opportunities:2nd Shift: Monday–Friday 2:30 PM – 10:30 PM +$0.75/hour shift premium3rd Shift: Sunday–Thursday 10:30 PM – 6:30 AM +$1.00/hour shift premiumPaid training: We believe in developing our employees.Here's what makes Western States a great place to work:Setting up envelope folding machines for production ordersOperating all machines within the departmentConfiguring equipment to customer specificationsTroubleshooting mechanical issuesPerforming preventative maintenance and minor repairsEnsuring quality standards and production efficiencyWe're looking for candidates with:Mechanical aptitude and strong troubleshooting skillsManufacturing or production machine setup experience OR automotive, diesel, fleet, industrial maintenance, or mechanic experienceA willingness to learn and grow through hands-on trainingStrong attention to detail and a positive work ethicWhy Western States?Up to $5,000 sign-on bonusCompetitive pay with guaranteed wage increases401(k) with company matchComprehensive benefits package9 paid holidays80 hours of PTOPaid sick time beginning your first yearMultiple shift optionsClean, climate-controlled facilityFamily-owned since 1908Long-term career growth and developmentIf you're ready to join a company that values your mechanical skills and is committed to your success, apply today and start building your future with Western States!Qualifications:Manual dexterityStrong initiativeTeam playerAbility to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals is required.Preferred qualifications: Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
Essential physical & environmental functions:Stamina & mobility: Ability to stand and walk on concrete surfaces for the duration of a scheduled shift (8–12 hours). Must be able to frequently bend, reach, crouch, or stoop.Weight requirements: Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs.
occasionally from floor to waist and waist to shoulder.Manual dexterity: Constant repetitive grasping and fine motor manipulation of paper materials and machine components.Range of motion: Frequent twisting of the torso and lifting above shoulder height.Sensory/vision: Must possess tactile/touch sensitivity in hands and digits. Near and far visual acuity, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus are required for quality control and safe machine operation.Work environment: Ability to perform these functions in a manufacturing environment that may include high noise levels, varying temperatures, and paper dust.