Machine Operator - 1st shift

Kelly Services; Hastings (NE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Holiday pay

Transit spending account

Paid sick leave

Legal plan

Job summary

Kelly Services in Hastings, Nebraska is seeking a Machine Operator to set up, operate, and maintain manual or computerized machinery and hand tools to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production.

This 1st shift (Mon-Fri, 5:30 am–4:00 pm) role offers up to $18.50 per hour under a 6‑month W2 contract with potential conversion based on performance, plus comprehensive benefits and opportunities for training and growth.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED and 0–2 years in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Forklift certification required.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Basic shop math, blueprint reading, teamwork, and communication.

Responsibilities

• Production: Run, inspect, and maintain machines; troubleshoot minor production issues.
• Logistics: Move materials and parts using forklifts and power lift trucks.
• Documentation: Follow blueprints and route sheets; train new operators.
• Safety: Adhere strictly to safety protocols and compliance guidelines.

Skills

Basic shop math

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

Communication

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Job description

Role Overview

The Machine Operator sets up, operates, and maintains manual or computerized machinery and hand tools while ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production.

**- Location: ** Hastings, NE 68901

- Work Schedule: Mon to Fri, 1st shift: 5:30 am to 4 pm

- Hourly rate: up to $18.50/h

- Contract: W2 contract under staffing supplier, with 6‑month duration (possible conversion according to performance)

Key Responsibilities

• Production: Run, inspect, and maintain machines; troubleshoot minor production issues.

• Logistics: Move materials and parts using forklifts and power lift trucks.

• Documentation: Follow blueprints and route sheets; train new operators.

• Safety: Adhere strictly to safety protocols and compliance guidelines.

Requirements & Skills

• Experience: HS Diploma/GED and 0–2 years in a manufacturing or industrial setting.

• Credentials: Forklift certification required.

• Physical: Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

• Skills: Basic shop math, blueprint reading, teamwork, and communication.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. 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.

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About Kelly

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