Machine/Assembly Operator - Night Shift (11p-7a)

Mitchell-Plastics; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitchell-Plastics in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Machine/Assembly Operator to join our production team and help ensure products meet high quality and efficiency standards. You will operate molding and assembly machines, perform manual tasks, and take ownership of product quality at your workstation.

You will collaborate across shifts, follow workstation instructions, and maintain a clean, safe work environment while supporting smooth handovers and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow instructions under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate molding and assembly machines, or perform manual assembly tasks with a strong focus on safety and productivity.
• Take ownership of the quality of products produced at your workstation.
• Collaborate with team members across shifts to ensure smooth and efficient transitions.
• Review and follow workstation instructions to maintain consistency and accuracy.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times.
• Arrive a few minutes before your shift to support seamless handovers.

Skills

Kanban

Molding defects

Dexterity

Color discernment

Quality procedures

Labels handling

Job description

Join our team and play a hands-on role in building high-quality products in a safe, supportive, and fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Do

As a Machine/Assembly Operator, you’ll be an essential part of our production team, helping ensure our products meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency. In this role, you will:

• Operate molding and assembly machines, or perform manual assembly tasks with a strong focus on safety and productivity
• Take ownership of the quality of products produced at your workstation
• Collaborate with team members across shifts to ensure smooth and efficient transitions
• Review and follow workstation instructions to maintain consistency and accuracy
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times
• Arrive a few minutes before your shift to support seamless handovers

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for reliable, detail-oriented individuals who are eager to learn and contribute to a team environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively under supervision

Key Skills & Strengths:

• Familiarity with Kanban systems and labeling processes (or willingness to learn)
• Ability to identify basic molding defects such as sink marks or flash
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Ability to distinguish colors accurately
• Understanding of (or willingness to learn) quality and environmental procedures related to the role
• Comfort working with forms, tags, and labels as part of daily tasks

Why Join Us?

• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to learn and grow your skills
• Focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement