Machine Operator | Temp-to-Hire
Greater St. Louis Area (Illinois Side of the River)
URGENT HIRING NEED - INTERVIEWING NOW
A growing manufacturing facility in the Greater St. Louis area is seeking experienced and motivated Machine Operators for a long-term Temp-to-Hire opportunity. This is a career-track position for individuals who enjoy working with production equipment, maintaining quality standards, and supporting efficient manufacturing operations.
Pay & Advancement
- Starting Rate: $22.00/hour
- After Qualification/Card Certification: $23.00/hour
- Permanent Employment Rate: Approximately $25.63/hour
- Temp-to-hire opportunity with a pathway to permanent employment after approximately 600+ successful hours worked
What You'll Do
- Operate and monitor manufacturing and packaging equipment
- Keep production lines running efficiently
- Perform pre-operational inspections and routine equipment checks
- Troubleshoot routine production issues
- Complete quality inspections throughout the shift
- Enter production and weight data accurately into computer systems
- Maintain accurate production and documentation records
- Follow cleaning, inspection, lubrication, and preventative maintenance procedures
- Support continuous improvement initiatives
- Assist with training new team members when needed
- Maintain housekeeping and sanitation standards
- Follow all food safety, quality, GMP, HACCP, and safety procedures
Qualifications
- Previous manufacturing or machine operating experience preferred
- Strong computer skills required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
- Ability to lift 20-30 pounds
- Willingness to cross-train on multiple pieces of equipment
- Commitment to safety, quality, and attendance
Schedule
Day Shift
- Monday through Thursday
- 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Overnight Shift
- Monday through Thursday
- 7:45 PM - 6:30 AM
Overtime Expectations
- Four 10-hour shifts each week
- Daily overtime may be required based on production needs
- Friday overtime may be scheduled
- Occasional extended shifts may be required
- Shift flexibility is expected
- Overtime opportunities may be communicated with short notice
Work Environment
- Manufacturing facility
- Non-air-conditioned production areas
- Warm working environment
- Fast-paced operation
- Standing, walking, lifting, and repetitive motion throughout shifts
What We're Looking For
Successful candidates are:
- Reliable and dependable
- Safety-focused
- Quality-minded
- Adaptable to changing production demands
- Strong communicators
- Team-oriented
- Interested in long-term career growth within manufacturing
Why Apply?
- Immediate interviews available
- Temp-to-hire opportunity
- Starting pay of $22.00/hour
- Advancement to $23.00/hour upon qualification
- Potential permanent employment at approximately $25.63/hour
- Stable manufacturing environment
- Career growth opportunities
Apply today. These positions are actively interviewing and expected to fill quickly.
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