Machine Operator (1st, 2nd, and 3rd Shift)

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Competitive pay

Full benefits package

Shift flexibility

Zero candidate fees

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is hiring full-time Machine Operators for manufacturing facilities in St. Charles County, MO.

You will set up production equipment, monitor lines, perform quality checks, and maintain equipment. Flexible shift options across 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts with weekly pay and a benefits package.

This role emphasizes reliability, safety, and the ability to read blueprints and job orders.

Qualifications

• Prior machine operation experience or strong mechanical aptitude.
• Basic math skills and ability to read job orders, specs, or blueprints accurately.
• High attention to detail for catching out-of-spec products and tracking machine performance.

Responsibilities

• Machine Setup & Operation: Set up, calibrate, and operate production machinery or automated lines according to work orders, travelers, and job specifications.
• Line Monitoring: Monitor machinery continuously during operation to catch line jams, mechanical issues, or product defects early.
• Quality Control: Conduct routine quality checks using basic measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, tape measures) or visual inspection standards.
• Operator Maintenance: Clean equipment components, clear minor jams, replenish raw materials, and perform routine operator-level upkeep.
• Documentation & Specifications: Read job sheets, setup cards, and work instructions to adjust machine parameters, line speeds, and tooling.
• Safety Protocols: Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free workspace while following facility safety and lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) procedures.

Skills

Machine operation

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Reliability

Job description

Machine Operator (1st, 2nd, & 3rd Shift) | Up to $23.00/hr

Location: St. Charles County, MO

Job Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire | Immediate Start

Shift Options: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Shifts Available

Pay Rate: Up to $23.00 / Hour (Based on shift and experience) | Weekly Pay

Industry: Industrial Manufacturing, Packaging, Equipment Operation, Light Industrial

About the Role

Express Employment Professionals is hiring full-time Machine Operators for top manufacturing, packaging, and industrial processing facilities throughout St. Charles County, MO.

If you have machine operation experience or strong mechanical aptitude, this position offers steady employment, competitive pay, and flexible schedule options. You will be responsible for setting up production equipment, monitoring active lines, conducting quality inspections, clearing minor jams, and performing basic operator maintenance to keep output running efficiently.

What You Get

• Competitive Pay: Earn up to $23.00 / hour depending on shift and experience.

• Shift Flexibility: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift options available to fit your lifestyle.

• Weekly Pay: Dependable Friday paychecks via direct deposit or pay card options.

• Full Benefits Package: Access to optional medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.

• Zero Candidate Fees: Express never charges job seekers a fee to find a job.

What You Will Do

• Machine Setup & Operation: Set up, calibrate, and operate production machinery or automated lines according to work orders, travelers, and job specifications.

• Line Monitoring: Monitor machinery continuously during operation to catch line jams, mechanical issues, or product defects early.

• Quality Control: Conduct routine quality checks using basic measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, tape measures) or visual inspection standards.

• Operator Maintenance: Clean equipment components, clear minor jams, replenish raw materials, and perform routine operator-level upkeep.

• Documentation & Specifications: Read job sheets, setup cards, and work instructions to adjust machine parameters, line speeds, and tooling.

• Safety Protocols: Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free workspace while following facility safety and lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) procedures.

What You Need

• Experience Level: Prior machine operation experience or strong mechanical aptitude required.

• Technical Proficiency: Basic math skills and the ability to read job orders, specs, or blueprints accurately.

• Detail & Precision: High attention to detail for catching out-of-spec products and tracking machine performance.

• Physical Capability: Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift up to 40–50 lbs consistently throughout the shift.

• Personal Protective Equipment: Steel-toe work boots strictly required on day one.

• Reliability: Rock-solid attendance, daily punctuality, and reliable transportation across St. Charles County.

• Screening: Willingness to complete standard pre-employment background checks and screenings.

Why Apply Through Express Employment Professionals?

Express connects job seekers with top manufacturing, packaging, and industrial facilities across St. Charles, St. Peters, O'Fallon, and Wentzville. Partnering with Express gives you direct access to local hiring managers and full recruiter support throughout your employment.

Express Employment Professionals is an Equal Opportunity Employer.