Junior Milling Line Operator

Kelly; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Telemedicine

Term life

Whole life

Accident insurance

Critical illness

Legal plan

Short-term disability

Retirement plan

Service bonus

Holiday pay

Transit benefits

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly is seeking a Junior Milling Operator in Neenah, WI to join a premier manufacturing client. The role involves operating milling and CNC production lines, setting up woodworking and plastics machinery, and using computer systems for programming and tracking materials.

The candidate should have at least 5 years of experience with production equipment, basic reading of technical drawings, and a willingness to learn. The job emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement across shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience with production equipment.
• Experience with woodworking/plastics machinery preferred.
• Able to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Strong teamwork and communication.
• Willingness to learn and safety-focused.
• Physical ability to bend, lift up to 50 lbs, and stand.

Responsibilities

• Operate milling and CNC production lines to manufacture parts.
• Set up woodworking and plastics processing machines; troubleshoot issues.
• Use computers for machine programming and material transactions.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and instructions.
• Manage inventory movements and documentation.
• Assist in quality control and collaborate with team members.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness on the shop floor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading diagrams

Math skills

Team player

Mechanical aptitude

Computer literacy

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Woodworking machinery

Plastics machinery

CNC production lines

Job description

We get it: job searching takes time and attention. At Kelly, we’re here to make it a whole lot easier for you. We’re seeking a Junior Milling Operator to work at a premier manufacturing client in Neenah, WI. This opportunity could be the one you’ve been looking for.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $21/hour

Shift: Occasional second shift work possible

Why You Should Apply To Be Junior Milling Operator

• Competitive pay rate of $21/hour
• Work for a respected industry leader in manufacturing
• Opportunities to learn and grow with hands‑on training
• Safe, clean, and supportive team environment
• Focus on continuous improvement and employee development

What’s a typical day as Junior Milling Operator? You’ll be:

• Operating milling and CNC production lines to manufacture parts
• Setting up woodworking and plastics processing machines, troubleshooting issues as needed
• Using computers for machine programming and material transactions
• Working with both Imperial and Metric measuring systems
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and instructions
• Managing inventory movements and documentation
• Assisting in quality control and collaborating with team members
• Maintaining safety and cleanliness on the shop floor
• Performing other duties as assigned

This Job Might Be An Outstanding Fit If You

• Are at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent (advanced education a plus)
• Have a minimum of 5 years’ experience with production equipment
• Bring experience with woodworking/plastics machinery (preferred)
• Possess basic reading, writing, math, and technical drawing skills
• Can pass a pre‑employment drug screening
• Are dependable, punctual, and an effective team player and communicator
• Have basic computer literacy and mechanical aptitude
• Are comfortable working with measurements and technical documents
• Have strong attention to detail, a safety focus, and a willingness to learn
• Can bend, lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and use tools
• Are able to operate a forklift (training provided)
• Have good visual and hearing capacity and can work in variable warehouse conditions

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.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly

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