1st Shift Machine Operator

SMS Staffing; Columbia (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Bonuses

PTO

Overtime opportunities

Growth potential

Safe and supportive work environment

Job summary

SMS Staffing is hiring a Machine Operator for a role near Columbia, IL. The position offers a 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM shift, Monday through Thursday, with Fridays to Sundays off. Pay is $19.00 per hour, with weekly pay, bonuses, PTO, overtime opportunities, and growth potential in a safety‑mocused environment.

Required is at least 6 months of machine operating experience and the ability to work in a fast-paced production setting while maintaining quality standards and accurate production records.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of machine operator experience.
• Experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain quality standards.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on role.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Set up, calibrate, operate, and monitor production machinery.
• Fill, seal, and package liquid products with accuracy.
• Perform machine adjustments, changeovers, diagnose and basic troubleshooting.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure proper fill levels and product quality.
• Use hand tools and measuring instruments as needed.
• Maintain production records and follow work instructions.
• Lift to 50 lbs regularly (occasionally 100+ lbs with assistance).

Skills

Machine operation

Attention to detail

Quality standards

Reliability

Job description

SMS Staffing is Hiring: Machine Operator near Columbia, IL!

Job Title: Machine Operator

Location: Columbia, IL

Job Type: Temp to Hire

Pay: $19.00/ hr.

Shift: 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM | Monday to Thursday

SMS Staffing is looking for experienced Machine Operators to join a manufacturing team near Columbia, IL! If you have at least 6 months of machine operating experience, this is your chance to put your skills to work, earn competitive pay, and enjoy a schedule that gives you Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays off!

Requirements for the Machine Operator role:

• Set up, calibrate, operate, and monitor production machinery
• Fill, seal, and package liquid products with accuracy
• Perform machine adjustments, changeovers, diagnose and basic troubleshooting
• Conduct quality checks to ensure proper fill levels and product quality
• Use hand tools and measuring instruments as needed
• Maintain production records and follow work instructions
• Lift to 50 lbs regularly (occasionally 100+ lbs with assistance)

Qualifications for the Machine Operator role:

• At least 6 months of machine operator experience required
• Experience in a production or manufacturing environment
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain quality standards
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on role
• Strong attention to detail and reliability

Perks:

• Weekly pay
• Bonuses
• PTO
• Overtime opportunities
• Growth potential
• Safe and supportive work environment

Join the SMS Staffing Team!

It takes more than top-notch facilities, modern equipment, and innovative technologies to become our customers' most trusted supplier. It takes people who are committed to our customers' success and who are willing to go the extra mile to get the job done right.

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