Machine Operator

Kelly Services; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Competitive pay

Safe environment

Career development

Job summary

Kelly Services in Richmond, VA is seeking a Machine Operator to join a premier manufacturing client. The role involves operating and monitoring packaging machinery on day and night shifts, with a rotating 2-2-3 schedule and 4-10 hour shifts as needed.

You will work with HMI systems, follow SOPs and GMP requirements, and maintain accurate production records while contributing to a safe, quality-focused environment. Overtime opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Prior manufacturing experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience operating manufacturing or packaging equipment/machinery.
• Ability to work with urgency while maintaining quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor manufacturing and packaging machinery for efficient production.
• Utilize HMI systems for equipment setup, operation, and troubleshooting.
• Follow SOPs, work instructions, and GMP/documentation to maintain quality and safety.
• Multitask across multiple machine operations in dynamic production environments.
• Perform basic production math and complete production records/logbooks.
• Identify, escalate, and resolve equipment or process issues.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Equipment operation

SOP compliance

Multitasking

Job description

For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly® hear you, and we’re here for you! We’re seeking Machine Operators to work at a premier manufacturing client in Richmond, VA. Sound good? Take a closer look below. You owe it to yourself to consider this great new opportunity.

Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour

Shift: Day and night shift: 5am-5pm and 5pm-5am (will start on 4-10 hr shift Monday-Thursday with potential OT on Fridays as needed and transition to 2-2-3 rotating schedule)

Why you should apply to be Machine Operator:

• Competitive pay rate with opportunities for overtime.

• Work for a respected industry leader in a clean, safe, and supportive environment.

• Opportunities to learn, grow, and develop new skills in advanced manufacturing.

• Be part of a team-oriented culture with a focus on quality, safety, and career development.

What’s a typical day as Machine Operator? You’ll be:

• Operating and monitoring manufacturing and packaging machinery to ensure efficient production.

• Utilizing HMI (Human Machine Interface) systems for equipment setup, operation, and troubleshooting.

• Following SOPs, work instructions, and GMP/documentation requirements to maintain quality and safety standards.

• Multitasking and managing multiple machine operations simultaneously, adapting quickly to dynamic production environments.

• Performing basic math calculations related to production and completing production records/logbooks accurately.

• Identifying, escalating, and resolving equipment or process issues proactively.

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have prior manufacturing experience, preferably in a fast-paced production or industrial environment.

• Are experienced in operating manufacturing or packaging equipment/machinery

• Can work efficiently with a strong sense of urgency while maintaining quality and safety standards.

• Are a quick learner with the ability to adapt and react quickly in changing production situations.

• Are comfortable multitasking, following SOPs, and adhering to documentation requirements.

• Have reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Put your skills to work.

There are a lot of different light industrial jobs out there. Kelly ® Professional & Industrial recruiters are focused on only offering opportunities with companies that provide competitive pay, safe work environments, and cultures that recognize your value. Whether you’re looking for flexible shifts, performance bonuses, or a progressive work culture—we’re dedicated to finding the very best opportunities for you.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and ... employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.