Machine Operator

Kelly Services; Spring Lake (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Telemedicine

Life insurance (term)

Life insurance (whole)

Accident insurance

Critical illness

Legal plan

Short-term disability

Retirement savings plan

Holiday pay

Job summary

Kelly Services in Spring Lake, MI is hiring an Assembly Worker to operate extrusion lines and ensure quality. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and accurate data entry while supporting production changeovers and packing finished goods for shipment.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED; manufacturing experience is a plus. The position involves standing, walking, and lifting up to 40 lbs in a fast-paced environment with opportunities for cross-training and development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Accurate inspections and data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and oversee extrusion process of plastic products for quality and efficiency.
• Perform set-ups, monitor material usage, and manage production changeovers.
• Conduct dimensional and visual inspections; implement corrective actions.
• Document measurements and production data in internal systems.
• Prepare finished goods for shipment with proper labeling and packaging.
• Participate in safety protocols and 5S workplace practices.

Skills

Team player

Good communication

Attention to detail

Data entry

Safety minded

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Think the best job opportunities are far away? Think again. Great opportunities are right here in your backyard. Kelly® is looking for an Assembly Worker to work at a premier manufacturing client in Spring Lake, MI. Let us help you grow at work and discover the next step in your career, all while being a vital part of your community.

Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour

Shift: 3 rd

Why you should apply to be an Assembly Worker:

• Competitive pay rate at $19.00 per hour
• Work with a reputable industry leader in manufacturing
• Supportive environment focused on safety and continuous improvement
• Opportunity to participate in cross-training and professional development
• Be a valued contributor in a team-oriented workplace

What’s a typical day as an Assembly Worker? You’ll be:

• Operating and overseeing the extrusion process of plastic products, ensuring quality and efficiency
• Performing set‑ups, monitoring material usage, and managing production changeovers
• Conducting dimensional and visual inspections, implementing corrective actions as needed
• Documenting measurements and production data using internal systems
• Preparing finished goods for shipment, labeling and packaging per specifications
• Identifying, labeling, and retaining non-conforming materials
• Participating in continuous improvement and 5S activities
• Communicating regularly with supervisors and team members
• Following all safety protocols, using proper PPE, and performing basic preventative maintenance

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have a high school diploma or GED (required)
• Bring previous manufacturing experience (preferred, but not required)
• Are comfortable with frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Possess effective communication skills and can work both independently and as part of a team
• Are detail-oriented and able to perform accurate inspections and data entry

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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. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

About Kelly

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 Aff… 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.