Machine Operator $19

Kelly Services; Cranston (RI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Transit benefit

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a Machine Operator in Cranston, RI to expertly set up and run manufacturing equipment. You will load materials, perform routine maintenance, and monitor ERP data to align with BOMs and production schedules.

The role emphasizes quality checks, daily documentation, and rotating through workstations to support continuous production, with a 6:00am-2:30pm or 4:00pm-12:30am shift and a pay rate of $19 per hour.

Qualifications

• 3 months of machine operation experience in a production setting.
• Ability to operate computer and perform basic data entry in systems.
• Dexterity to manipulate hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to push, pull, lift and move materials up to 30 lbs; hoists for heavier loads.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manufacturing machines per MPS and BOM.
• Load materials into machines and perform daily maintenance.
• Review ERP to determine orders and update work performed.
• Inspect parts for quality and report issues.
• Rotate between workstations as production needs.

Skills

Machine operation

Data entry

Physical dexterity

Manual handling

Job description

We are looking for an Machine Operator in Cranston, RI.

• Shift: 6:00am - 2:30pm OR 4:00pm - 12:30am

• Pay: $19

Responsibilies:

The Machine Operator I is responsible for setup and operation of various equipment and machines used to manufacture different products and product components. They load materials into the machines and perform daily maintenance for smooth and efficient operations.

• Performs setup for various manufacturing machines and equipment.

• Operates computer-operated and/or mechanical machines and equipment to produce parts and products according to Manufacturing Process Sheets (MPS) and Bills of Material (BOM).

• Reviews job information in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system daily to determine orders to process.

• Maintains inventory of materials needed for production orders.

• Manually loads materials into machines

• Performs periodic checks and daily routine maintenance on machines and equipment to ensure smooth and efficient operations.

• Performs standard tests after completion of each operation to ensure parts and products meet tolerances, product specifications and quality standards.

• Places finished parts and products in proper bins.

• Rotates between different workstations and/or bays as production needs require or to reduce fatigue. .

• Visually inspects parts for quality and reports any issues to Team Lead or Supervisor.

• Updates the ERP for work performed.

• Maintains required documentation as directed.

• Detects and reports improper operations, faulty equipment, defective materials, and any unusual conditions to Team Lead and/or Supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 months of machine operation experience, preferably in a production environment

• Competent to operate computer and complete basic data entry in systems

• Physical dexterity to manipulate hand tools and power tools

• Ability to push, pull, lift and/or move materials of up to 30 lbs; capable of using hoists for materials over 30 lbs

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.

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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.

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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiantive Action 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.