MACHINE OPERATOR, 1ST Shift 12 Hour Shifts

Iten-Industrie; West Ashtabula (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Iten Industries, Inc. is seeking a MACHINE OPERATOR for 1st shift (12-hour shifts) in Ashtabula, OH. Starting pay is $16.50 per hour with full-time/part-time options and rotating 12-hour weekend coverage.

The role involves working with plastics and non-metallic composites used in electrical appliances. Primary duties include reviewing orders, following procedures, maintaining safety, organizing the workspace, and meeting production timelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education
• Strong ability to perform basic math and measurements
• Excellent communication, organizational, and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to carry out detailed written or oral instructions
• Willingness to learn; on-site training
• Ability to lift 50-100 pounds (depending on position)
• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Review orders and instructions, follow the proper procedures and complete the jobs in a safe and timely manner
• Consistently follow safety procedures and inspect your work to ensure quality
• Organize and clean work area
• Additional duties as applicable
• Attendance and reliability are a must!

Skills

Basic math & measurements

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Lift 50-100 lbs

Willingness to learn

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Manufacturing experience (1 year preferred)

Job description

Position:MACHINE OPERATOR, 1ST Shift 12 Hour Shifts

Location: Ashtabula, OH

Job Id:22-2026-005

# of Openings:1

MACHINE OPERATOR, 1 ST Shift

Full Time/Part Time

Starting Pay $16.50

Friday or Monday 12 hour Shift, Saturday and Sunday 12 hour Shift

0500-1700

About the Company:

Celebrating our 104th Anniversary in 2026, Iten Industries, Inc. supplies the custom manufacture of thermoset and thermoplastic components. Our expertise, resources, commitment, and state-of-the-art systems allow us to meet customer requirements with precision tolerances, high quality, and exceptional value. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including life insurance, weekly short-term disability and accident benefits, dental and vision coverage, health care benefits, and prescription drug coverage.

Job Description Summary:

Good with math and measurements? Willing to learn machines? Iten Industries is looking for self-motivated and reliable individuals to join our team. Become part the team helping to bring electricity and WiFi into your life! You will work with plastics and non-metallic composite materials that you can find in most electrical appliances allowing your home to work, as well as products that move you on the subway!

Primary Responsibilities:

• Review orders and instructions, follow the proper procedures and complete the jobs in a safe and timely manner
• Consistently follow safety procedures and inspect your work to ensure quality
• Organize and clean work area
• Additional duties as applicable
• Attendance and reliability are a must!

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent education
• Strong ability to perform basic math and measurements
• Excellent communication, organizational, and multi-tasking skills to communicate effectively
• Ability to carry out detailed written or oral instructions and to deal with problems involving a few variables in standardized situations
• Willingness to learn; on-site training
• Ability to lift 50-100 pounds (depending on position)
• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening and background check, and employees are required to maintain a drug-free status throughout their employment.

Iten Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provider of services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.