General Manufacturing & Machine Operator

Opti Staffing Group; Forest Grove (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Opti Staffing is hiring for a General Manufacturing / Machine Operator in Forest Grove, Oregon. Pay ranges from $20 to $23 per hour, DOE, with a Mon-Fri 6am-2:30pm schedule.

This versatile role involves working across departments such as brazing, fabrication, machining, assembly, and forklift operation. Responsibilities include operating equipment, reading work orders, measuring and marking materials, inspecting parts for quality, and maintaining a clean, safe workspace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Previous manufacturing, machine operation, fabrication, assembly, or warehouse experience is a plus.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions, work orders, diagrams, and safety procedures.
• Basic math skills, including working with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and manufacturing equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Dependable, organized, and able to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of manufacturing equipment and machinery according to established procedures.
• Measure, mark, cut, punch, and shape materials based on work orders and specifications.
• Set up machine components, guides, dies, and cutting tools as needed.
• Inspect materials and finished parts to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Document completed work and report scrapped or rejected materials.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Assist with brazing, metal fabrication, and material preparation.
• Read blueprints and diagrams and follow written instructions.
• Position, measure, and fit components to meet product specifications.
• Load, unload, move, and stage materials throughout the facility.
• Transport materials, products, and equipment between facilities and warehouses.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

OPTI STAFFING IS HIRING!

General Manufacturing / Machine Operator

Location: Forest Grove Pay: $20-$23/hr. DOE Schedule: Mon-Fri 6am-2:30pm

Who We Are

Opti Staffing is looking for dependable, motivated individuals to join its production team! This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, learning new skills, and contributing to a variety of manufacturing processes.

What You'll Do

This is a versatile manufacturing position where team members may work across multiple departments depending on production needs, experience, and training. Areas may include brazing, fabrication, machining, sub-assembly, assembly, controls, Motor Gear Operators (MGO), crating, forklift operation, and local deliveries.

General Manufacturing & Machine Operation

• Operate a variety of manufacturing equipment and machinery according to established procedures.
• Measure, mark, cut, punch, and shape materials based on work orders and specifications.
• Set up machine components, guides, dies, and cutting tools as needed.
• Inspect materials and finished parts to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Document completed work and report scrapped or rejected materials.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.

Brazing & Fabrication

• Assist with brazing, metal fabrication, and material preparation.
• Use oxyacetylene torches for welding and cutting when trained and qualified.
• Measure and mark materials according to templates, drawings, and work orders.
• Operate fabrication equipment to punch, cut, shear, notch, and shape materials.

Assembly & Sub-Assembly

• Assemble components and products using hand tools and power tools, including drills, screwdrivers, wrenches, and impact tools.
• Read and follow basic blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, and written instructions.
• Position, measure, and fit components to meet product specifications.
• Maintain an organized workstation and monitor parts inventory.
• Inspect completed assemblies for quality, accuracy, and functionality.

Crating & Material Handling

• Build and assemble wooden shipping crates to protect products during transportation.
• Measure and cut materials and secure components using nails, screws, staples, or adhesives.
• Assist with lifting, positioning, and securing materials.
• Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment when trained and authorized.
• Load, unload, move, and stage materials throughout the facility.

Local Deliveries & Truck Driving

• Transport materials, products, and equipment between facilities, warehouses, and other designated locations.
• Load and unload deliveries and ensure materials are handled securely.
• Perform basic vehicle checks and report maintenance concerns.
• Assist with manufacturing and warehouse duties when not making deliveries.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED, one year of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous manufacturing, machine operation, fabrication, assembly, or warehouse experience is a plus.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions, work orders, diagrams, and safety procedures.
• Basic math skills, including working with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and manufacturing equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Dependable, organized, and able to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a team.
• Willingness to learn different manufacturing processes and assist across departments.
• Valid driver's license required for positions involving local deliveries.
• Forklift experience is preferred for material-handling duties.

Physical Requirements

Regularly stand for extended periods and perform repetitive movements. Frequently bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and handle materials. Occasionally climb, balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Regularly lift, move, and maneuver materials weighing up to 35 pounds. Occasionally lift or move materials weighing up to 70 pounds, with assistance or proper equipment as appropriate. Maintain awareness around moving machinery and equipment.

Work Environment

Manufacturing environment with moving mechanical equipment and regular exposure to vibration. Noise levels are typically loud. May occasionally work in wet or humid conditions and varying indoor or outdoor temperatures. Must follow all workplace safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment.