Machine Operator

Automation Personnel Services; Calhoun (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Medical, dental, vision, short-term &

life insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Referral bonus

Job summary

Automation Personnel Services is seeking a Machine Operator for a Calhoun, GA facility. The role involves preparing materials, mixing and filling products, operating forklifts, and assisting with shipping and receiving while upholding safety, quality, and efficiency.

This is a full-time position, temporary to hire, with a pay rate of $24.00 per hour and a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, with overtime as needed. Benefits and a referral bonus are available for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Able to work independently in a fast-paced production environment.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification is required.
• Manufacturing/production or material-handling experience preferred with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Receive and execute daily batch production assignments following batch card specs.
• Stage, verify, weigh, and blend raw materials with inventory and quality control coordination.
• Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment to transport materials and products.
• Maintain production equipment and work areas through cleaning and routine maintenance.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear PPE to promote a safe manufacturing environment.

Skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Safety-conscious

Tools

Forklift certification

Material handling equipment

Job description

MACHINE OPERATOR Automation Personnel Services is looking for a Machine Operator for a company based in Calhoun, GA. In this role, you will have the opportunity to support production operations by preparing materials, mixing and filling products, operating forklifts, and assisting with shipping and receiving while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. This position is full-time, temporary to hire.

Pay Rate $24.00 per hour

Schedule and Hours Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm (overtime as needed)

Machine Operator Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive and execute daily batch production assignments while ensuring adherence to batch card specifications and production schedules.
• Stage, verify, weigh, and blend raw materials in coordination with inventory and quality control teams to maintain product quality and accuracy.
• Operate forklifts and other material‑handling equipment to safely transport raw materials, finished products, and supplies throughout the facility.
• Maintain production equipment and work areas by performing cleaning, routine maintenance, and reporting repair needs to supervisors.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of PPE, while promoting a clean, safe, and efficient manufacturing environment.

Machine Operator Qualifications and Requirements

• Ability to work independently, multitask effectively, and maintain accuracy in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Forklift certification or prior forklift operating experience required, or the ability to obtain certification.
• Manufacturing, production, batch processing, or material‑handling experience preferred, with strong attention to detail and adherence to written procedures.
• Physically able to stand for extended periods, lift and move materials, work at heights, and wear required PPE, including respiratory protection when needed.
• Ability to lift to 50lbs (in office assessment will be conducted)

Job Type Full-time, temporary to hire

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short‑term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

401(k) Retirement Plan

Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401(k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

Bonus Opportunity!

We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

About Automation Personnel Services

Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light‑industrial staffing. Our accolades include:

• 11-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2026).
• Winner of the ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2026).
• Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association.
• Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine.
• Named one of America’s Best Temp Staffing Firms by Forbes (2025).
• Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

Equal Opportunity Employer

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