Machine Operator (2nd shift)

Kelly Services; Hastings (NE); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Telemedicine

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement savings plan

Holiday pay

Transit spending account

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a Machine Operator for the Hastings, NE area on 2nd shift. The role involves operating and setting up machinery, performing quality checks, and maintaining equipment per safety standards. Experience in manufacturing, basic shop math, blueprint reading, and forklift certification are valued.

The position is a W2 contract, with potential conversion after six months. Compensation includes hourly base rate plus a 15% shift differential, with OT as needed and full benefits

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred with 1+ years in industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Experience with reading blueprints and using precision measuring tools.
• Basic computer literacy and accurate data recording.

Responsibilities

• Operate, set up, and maintain manual or computerized equipment following quality and safety rules.
• Move materials with forklifts and power lift trucks to keep production flowing.
• Read route sheets and blueprints; assist in training new operators as needed.
• Follow all procedures and safety policies and complete assigned duties.

Skills

Shop math

Blueprint reading

Computer literacy

Measuring instruments

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Machine Operator (2nd shift)

Location: Hastings, NE 68901

• Work Schedule: Mon to Fri, 4 pm to 2:30 am (OT as needed)

• Hourly rate: $18.50/h + 15% shift differential: $21.28/h

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

Role Summary

• Operate, set up, and maintain manual or computerized equipment and hand tools in a manufacturing environment while following quality and safety guidelines.

Requirements & Preferred Qualifications

• Experience & Education: High School Diploma/GED preferred with 1+ years of experience in industrial, manufacturing, machining, or construction environments.

• Skills: Basic shop math, blueprint reading, computer literacy, precise measuring instrument use, and strong organizational skills.

• Physical & Certifications: Forklift certification required; ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for extended periods, and perform repetitive arm movements.

• Traits: Self-motivated team player with strong verbal and written communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate machinery, perform visual inspections, and resolve production/technical issues.

• Move materials using forklifts and power lift trucks to ensure smooth production flow.

• Read route sheets and blueprints; train new machine operators as needed.

• Follow all company procedures, safety policies, and assigned duties.

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.

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.

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