3rd Shift - Three-Roll Mill (Machine Operator + Forklift) - TRAIN ON 1ST SHIFT

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Edwardsville (KS); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a reliable Three-Roll Mill Operator for Edwardsville, KS. This 3rd shift role focuses on finishing ink batches with three-roll mills in a fast-paced factory setting. Forklift use, quality checks, and strict safety adherence are required.

Base pay starts at $21/hr with potential to $23.50/hr upon hire, plus paid weekly. Temp-to-hire with strong growth prospects and uniforms provided.

Qualifications

• 2+ years stable work history in manufacturing or machine operation.
• Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Forklift experience preferred (will train).
• Ability to handle physical work and heavy lifting.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor three-roll mills to finish and refine ink batches.
• Perform quality checks to ensure ink meets specifications.
• Operate sit-down forklifts to move materials and finished product.
• Clean and maintain mills and work area (messy environment).
• Weigh and stage materials as needed.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Forklift experience

Physical stamina

Job description

3rd Shift Three-Roll Mill Operator (Machine Operator + Forklift) – $21/hr | Weekly Pay | Edwardsville, KS

Looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Three-Roll Mill Operator to join our 3rd shift production team. This is a skilled machine operator role responsible for finishing ink batches using three-roll mills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Great opportunity for someone with mechanical aptitude who enjoys hands-on work.

Schedule & Pay:

• 3rd Shift: Monday – Friday, 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Base Pay: $21
• Up to $23.50/hr upon hire
• Paid weekly

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor three-roll mills to finish and refine ink batches
• Perform quality checks to ensure ink meets specifications
• Operate sit-down forklifts to move materials and finished product
• Clean and maintain mills and work area (messy environment)
• Weigh and stage materials as needed
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies

Requirements:

• 2+ years stable work history in manufacturing or machine operation
• Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Forklift experience preferred (will train)
• Ability to handle physical work and heavy lifting
• Reliable attendance and a humble, hungry, smart attitude
• Comfortable working in a messy industrial setting

Why This Role Might Be a Fit: Join a company that truly promotes from within — all managers started on the floor. Receive company-provided uniforms (laundered weekly), new boots every year, and safety glasses (including prescription). Temp-to-hire with excellent long-term growth potential.