Machine Operator 1st Shift

Kelly Services; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Bonus & holiday pay

Transit spending account

Paid sick leave

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Job summary

Kelly Services is hiring a Machine Operator for 1st shift in Gary, IN. Pay $18 per hour, ASAP start, temp-to-hire. Schedule: Mon-Fri, 5am-3pm.

You will assemble subassemblies and final products, perform functional tests, and ensure quality and on-time delivery under supervision of Production Supervisor. Requires a high school diploma or GED and 0–1 year experience in electrical or mechanical work. Must read blueprints, use hand and power tools, and maintain daily production records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Level I with 0–1 year experience; electrical/mechanical experience.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean work area.
• Assemble components using hand and power tools.
• Inspect dimensions and performance per specs.
• Interpret drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Record test data and quality issues.

Skills

Safety protocols

Blueprint reading

Mechanical assembly

Electrical wiring

Quality checks

Documentation

6S

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Machine Operator 1st Shift

Pay Rate: $ 18 /Hr. | Start: ASAP | Temp-to-Hire

Schedule: M–F, 5am-3pm

Description

The Assembler I position encompasses the assembly of diverse subassemblies and/or finalized products within the Tool and Head departments. Core duties involve conducting functional tests to ensure compliance with specifications, executing quality checks, and ensuring punctual deliveries. These roles report directly to the Production Supervisor, crucial in the production process's efficiency and adherence to standards.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
• Interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, and assembly instructions to determine assembly procedures.
• Assembly of a variety of components with hand tools and power tools.
• Verify dimensional specifications, alignment, and functionality of assembled parts.
• Perform basic mechanical adjustments and alignments to ensure proper fit and operation.
• Perform operating tests per product checklists.
• Use feeler gauges, common hand tools (manual, air-driven & battery), arbor presses, and hand trucks.
• Interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams to assemble electrical components.
• Install electrical components such as switches, sensors, connectors, and wiring harnesses.
• Conduct visual inspections of assembled components to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Identify and rectify any discrepancies or defects in the assembly process.
• Document assembly processes, test results, and any quality issues encountered.
• Effective communication.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and organized work environment, including the use and implementation of 6S.
• Record production data daily.
• Assist in the training of less qualified employees.

Education

A high school diploma (or GED) is required.

Experience

• Level I - 0-1 year of experience.
• Electrical / Mechanical experience required.
• Basic computer skills, Microsoft Office.

Functional Success Drivers

• Adaptability
• Communication
• Detailed Oriented
• Listening
• Energy
• Integrity

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities.

Benefits

• 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.

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.

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