0516 - Production Machine Operator – Night Shift

Crafted Staff; McElhattan (Clinton County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Full benefits package

Job summary

Crafted Staff is seeking a Production Machine Operator for a full-time, direct-hire role in McElhattan, PA. You will operate production and packaging equipment, inspect products for quality, and prepare items for shipment.

The position supports day-to-day manufacturing and follows safety and quality guidelines. This night-shift role runs 12-hour shifts from 6:45 PM to 7:00 AM on a 2-2-3 schedule, with a full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Clear verbal and written communication; ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to learn and operate multiple types of production and packaging equipment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate production and packaging equipment.
• Start up and operate assigned machinery per procedures.
• Inspect finished products and perform quality checks.
• Package, label, and prepare products for shipment.
• Ensure raw materials are available for production.
• Monitor product quality and report issues to team leader.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Clear communication

Team player

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Production Machine Operator – Night Shift

Location: McElhattan, PA
Pay: $19.50 per hour
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Shift: Overnight, 6:45 PM–7:00 AM
Schedule: 12-hour shifts on a 2-2-3 schedule
Benefits: Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and additional employee benefits

Why This Job Is Worth a Look

• Direct-hire opportunity — this is a permanent, full-time position, not a temporary assignment
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Consistent full-time hours on a predictable 2-2-3 schedule
• $18.00–$19.50 per hour
• Hands-on experience operating manufacturing and packaging equipment
• Stable production environment with established safety and quality procedures

Position Overview

We are hiring a Production Machine Operator for a full-time, direct-hire opportunity in McElhattan, PA.

In this role, you will operate production and packaging equipment, inspect finished products for quality, package and label products for shipment, move raw materials to the production floor, and support day-to-day manufacturing operations.

This position may be a strong fit for candidates with experience as a Machine Operator, Production Operator, Manufacturing Associate, Packaging Operator, Production Worker, Line Operator, Packer, Warehouse Associate, or other manufacturing or production professional.

What You'll Do

• Safely operate production and packaging equipment
• Start up and operate assigned machinery according to established procedures
• Inspect finished products and complete required quality checks
• Package, label, and prepare finished products for shipment
• Ensure the correct raw materials are available for production
• Monitor product quality and immediately report any issues to the appropriate team leader
• Use RF units and computer-based systems for inventory and production tracking
• Accurately record product lot codes and production information
• Complete required production paperwork and documentation
• Keep machines, production lines, and surrounding work areas clean and organized
• Assist other production team members as needed
• Follow all safety procedures and applicable GMP, FDA, ISO, and quality guidelines

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writingAbility to work successfully as part of a production team
• Ability to learn and operate multiple types of production and packaging equipment
• Ability to successfully complete required training and assessments
• Basic computer experience preferred
• Previous manufacturing, production, packaging, warehouse, or machine operating experience is helpful

Physical Requirements

This is an active manufacturing position. Candidates must be able to:

• Stand and walk throughout a 12-hour shift
• Frequently bend, kneel, climb, reach, push, and pull
• Reach into machinery when necessary to address jams or production issues
• Occasionally reach overhead
• Regularly lift and carry boxes weighing up to 50 pounds
• Push or pull materials requiring up to 100 pounds of force to maneuver
• Frequently use hands for grasping, handling materials, and operating equipment
• Operate equipment such as forklifts, hand trucks, roll manipulators, balers, and compactors
• Sweep, clean, and organize the production floor and work area
• Participate in a required daily pre-shift warm-up routine

The work environment may include exposure to dust during certain production tasks.

Schedule

This is a 12-hour overnight manufacturing position working from 6:45 PM to 7:00 AM on a 2-2-3 schedule.

Candidates should be comfortable working overnight shifts and standing or walking for the majority of the workday.