Machine Operator

PDS Tech, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential pay

Medical benefits

401K plan

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a global leader in financial solutions to find dependable Machine Operators to support plastics manufacturing operations.

As a Production Operator, you'll help keep production running smoothly, ensuring materials, equipment, and finished products meet safety and quality standards while contributing to daily production goals and consistent product quality. Shift options include 1st, 2nd and 3rd.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to use basic computer systems to enter, review, or track production and quality information.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, teamwork, and productivity.
• Ability to work overtime, including weekends and holidays, as needed.
• Ability to frequently stand, bend, squat, kneel, twist, push, climb, and lift/carry materials up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing equipment while following work instructions, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Load, unload, sort, stage, and move raw materials, components, and finished products.
• Inspect plastic parts for dimensions, defects, quality, and specification requirements.
• Monitor equipment and report basic process or equipment concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow proper procedures for material handling, storage, and disposal.
• Meet assigned productivity and production targets.
• Adapt to changing production priorities and schedules.

Skills

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Productivity focus

Overtime availability

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Barcode scanning

Warehouse WMS

Job description

Power Production. Build Your Future. Become a Production Operator!

Location: Omaha, NE | Payrate: $22 - $24.64/hour | Schedule: 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift available

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a global leader in financial solutions to find dependable Machine Operators to support plastics manufacturing operations.

As a Production Operator, you'll play an essential role in keeping production running efficiently while ensuring materials, equipment, and finished products meet safety and quality standards. Your work will directly contribute to daily production goals and consistent product quality.

What You’ll Do

• Operate manufacturing equipment while following work instructions, safety procedures, and quality standards.

• Load, unload, sort, stage, and move raw materials, components, and finished products.

• Inspect plastic parts for dimensions, defects, quality, and specification requirements.

• Monitor equipment and report basic process or equipment concerns.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

• Follow proper procedures for material handling, storage, and disposal.

• Meet assigned productivity and production targets.

• Adapt to changing production priorities and schedules.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education, relevant experience, and/or military experience.

• Ability to use basic computer systems to enter, review, or track production and quality information.

• Strong commitment to safety, quality, teamwork, and productivity.

• Ability to work overtime, including weekends and holidays, as needed.

• Ability to frequently stand, bend, squat, kneel, twist, push, climb, and lift/carry materials up to 50 pounds, including lifting above shoulder level.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience operating production machinery.

• Experience performing routine maintenance.

• Experience with warehouse staging and inventory systems, including handheld barcode scanners or basic WMS.

• OSHA-10 or equivalent safety training.

• Previous manufacturing experience.

Schedule & Compensation

• Shift differential pay may be available for second shift, third shift, and weekend day schedules.

• Overtime opportunities may include weekends and holidays.

• Physically active role requiring the ability to safely handle materials throughout the shift.

Why Join Us?

Join a team supporting the operations of a global leader in financial solutions while gaining valuable hands‑on manufacturing experience. You'll work in a team-focused environment where safety, quality, reliability, and continuous improvement matter.

Through PDS Tech Commercial, you'll have the opportunity to build your skills, contribute to meaningful production goals, and grow your career with an organization that values dependable, hardworking team members.

Pay Details: $22.00 to $24.64 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.