Machine Operator

Clarios, LLC; Canby (OR); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Paid holidays/vacation

Sick time

PPE provided

Uniforms

Fitness reimbursement

Job summary

Clarios is hiring a Machine Operator for the Graveyard shift in Canby, Oregon. Join a union-represented team operating semi-automated production machines to manufacture automotive batteries in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll adjust equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and conduct quality checks while adhering to safety and production standards. The role offers starting pay of $21.50/hour with wage progression, overtime, and bonuses, leading to total earnings well above $80,000 per year

Qualifications

• 1+ year of assembly or similar experience in manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate semi-automated production machines to manufacture automotive batteries.
• Make machine adjustments and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Perform operator preventative maintenance and quality checks.
• Maintain production records and inventory accuracy.
• Follow safety, quality, environmental, and production standards.

Skills

Assembly experience

Reading & math skills

Basic computer skills

Tools

Pallet jacks

Quality inspection tools

Job description

## Machine OperatorApply: United States, Oregon, Canby: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 23, 2026 (14 days left to apply): WD50786**Machine Operator - Graveyard**Canby, OR | Full-Time | Union PositionEarn over $25/hour and over $80,000/year, bonuses, overtime opportunities, and weekly pay. **Pay Progression including wage progression and shift differential:**• $21.50/hour starting rate - first 90 days• Average after 90 days $24-28/hour through daily incentive pay• Experienced skilled operators average $30-$40/hour• Additional wage progression over 5 years starting after 90 days ($.67/hour increasing to $2.77/hour)• Additional shift differential: Swing $.50/hour, Graveyard $.75/hour• February 2027 guaranteed wage increase and $750 retention bonus**Additional Earnings:**• Overtime opportunities• Quarterly bonus up to 4%Total annual average earnings is over $80,000/year, many employees earning over $90,000/year or more. **Benefits:**• Medical, dental, vision, life, home/auto purchase benefit, and HSA• 401(k) with automatic company contributions and company match opportunity• Paid holidays, vacation, parental leave and sick time• Company-paid uniforms, safety shoes and PPE• Fitness reimbursement• Free battery program• Advancement opportunities **Schedule:**Graveyard 11:30 pm - 8:00 am Monday (starts Sunday night) - FridaySwing 3:30 pm - 12:00 am Monday - FridayUnion employees must be available to work daily overtime (in early or stay over) and weekends as needed. **What You'll Do:**• Operate semi-automated production machines to manufacture automotive batteries in a fast-paced environment• Make machine adjustments, troubleshoot equipment issues, and perform operator preventative maintenance• Conduct visual inspections and required quality checks• Operate pallet jacks• Maintain schedule and inventory accuracy, keep accurate records of production and defects• Follow all safety, quality, environmental, and production standards **Qualifications:**• 1+ year of assembly or similar experience in manufacturing environment preferred• Basic computer, reading, writing and math skills• Ability to work daily overtime up to 12 hours and weekends as needed• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and work in an industrial environment• Ability to wear required PPE• Successful completion of pre-employment background check, physical, drug screen, and employment eligibility verification **Other Experience We Consider**Assembly, Assembler, Production Associate, Manufacturing, Maintenance, Machine Helper, Industrial, Agriculture, Farming, Food Processing, Glass Manufacturing, Window and Door Assembly.**About Clarios:**For more than 50 years, our Canby facility has manufactured automotive batteries. We offer stable, full-time careers, competitive union wages, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth.Convenient commute from Oregon City, Wilsonville, Woodburn, Molalla, Aurora, Hubbard, Salem, Silverton and surrounding communities.Apply today to join Clarios.**Who we are:** Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities. **Veterans/Military Spouses:** We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.**Equal Employment Opportunity:**We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing [e-mail]. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.**A Note to Job Applicants:** please be aware of scams being perpetrated through the Internet and social media platforms. Clarios will never require a job applicant to pay money as part of the application or hiring process.**To All Recruitment Agencies**: Clarios does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Clarios employees or any other company location. Clarios is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.