Machine Operator

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Montebello (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a Machine Operator to support production and packaging operations in a fast-paced environment. You will operate L-bar sealing and shrink-wrap equipment, move materials with forklifts, and ensure products are properly wrapped and secured for shipment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, forklift certification, and experience with packaging machinery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience operating production or packaging machinery required.
• Forklift certification required; sit-down and stand-up preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate an L-bar sealing machine to package products.
• Operate shrink-wrap equipment to wrap pallets efficiently.
• Safely operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Move materials and finished products throughout the facility.
• Lift, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Inspect packaging to ensure products are properly wrapped and secured.
• Keep production and packaging areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Follow all company safety procedures and operating instructions.
• Work efficiently to meet daily production goals.

Skills

Forklift certification

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Reliable attendance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

L-bar sealing machine

Shrink-wrap machine

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Job description

Machine Operator

Pay: $18.00/hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 6:00 AM-2:30 PM

A leading manufacturing company is looking for an experienced Machine Operator to support production and packaging operations. This position will operate L-bar sealing and shrink-wrap equipment while safely moving materials and finished products using forklifts and pallet jacks. The ideal candidate is reliable, detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment.

Machine Operator Responsibilities

• Set up and operate an L-bar sealing machine to package products.
• Operate shrink-wrap equipment to wrap pallets efficiently.
• Safely operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Move materials and finished products throughout the facility.
• Lift, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Inspect packaging to ensure products are properly wrapped and secured.
• Keep production and packaging areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Follow all company safety procedures and operating instructions.
• Work efficiently to meet daily production goals.

Machine Operator Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience operating production or packaging machinery required.
• Experience with L-bar sealers, shrink-wrap machines, or similar equipment preferred.
• Forklift certification required — sit-down and stand-up experience.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.