Machine OperatorKelly Services
Job Summary
For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly® hear you, and we’re here for you! We’re seeking Machine Operators to work at a premier manufacturing client in Richmond, VA. Sound good? Take a closer look below. You owe it to yourself to consider this great new opportunity.
Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour
Shift: Day and night shift: 5am-5pm and 5pm-5am (will start on 4-10 hr shift Monday-Thursday with potential OT on Fridays as needed and transition to 2-2-3 rotating schedule)
Why you should apply to be Machine Operator:
- Competitive pay rate with opportunities for overtime.
- Work for a respected industry leader in a clean, safe, and supportive environment.
- Opportunities to learn, grow, and develop new skills in advanced manufacturing.
- Be part of a team-oriented culture with a focus on quality, safety, and career development.
What’s a typical day as Machine Operator? You’ll be:
- Operating and monitoring manufacturing and packaging machinery to ensure efficient production.
- Utilizing HMI (Human Machine Interface) systems for equipment setup, operation, and troubleshooting.
- Following SOPs, work instructions, and GMP/documentation requirements to maintain quality and safety standards.
- Multitasking and managing multiple machine operations simultaneously, adapting quickly to dynamic production environments.
- Performing basic math calculations related to production and completing production records/logbooks accurately.
- Identifying, escalating, and resolving equipment or process issues proactively.
This job might be an outstanding fit if you:
- Have prior manufacturing experience, preferably in a fast-paced production or industrial environment.
- Are experienced in operating manufacturing or packaging equipment/machinery
- Can work efficiently with a strong sense of urgency while maintaining quality and safety standards.
- Are a quick learner with the ability to adapt and react quickly in changing production situations.
- Are comfortable multitasking, following SOPs, and adhering to documentation requirements.
- Have reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.
What happens next
Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.
Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be Machine Operator today!
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