Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

QPS Employment Group; Town of Mukwonago (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is hiring a Machine Operator in Mukwonago, WI for a temporary 3rd shift position. The role runs 6:20pm-6:30am with responsibilities including operating manufacturing equipment, labeling and verifying boxes, and ensuring product quality.

Qualified applicants will have strong English communication, basic math, and mechanical aptitude, and be able to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for long periods. Training on safety and LOTO procedures is provided.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency (written and spoken).
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate professionally.
• Basic math skills including decimals.

Responsibilities

• Arrive early to communicate shift information.
• Review activity board for color changes and equipment set-ups.
• Label, number, and verify production boxes with product specs.
• Monitor machines and respond to alerts and bells.
• Inspect products for quality and remove defects.
• Report quality concerns to technical team.
• Ensure production output meets quality and quantity standards.
• Clean and maintain machines and work areas.
• Operate multiple types of manufacturing equipment safely.
• Use emergency stop functions when necessary.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout procedures during maintenance.

Skills

English (written and spoken)

Teamwork

Math skills

Mechanical aptitude

Color differentiation (Farnsworth-Muns

Job description

Position Title: Machine OperatorWage: $20.35/hourShift: 3rdHours: 6:20pm-6:30amQPS Employment Group is hiring a Machine Operator for a company in Mukwonago, WI. This is a temporary role on 3rd shift.Machine Operator Responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Arrive at least 5 minutes prior to the start of the shift to communicate important information with the outgoing shift- Review the activity board daily for scheduled color changes, conversions, and equipment set-ups- Create, label, and accurately number production boxes- Read and follow shop orders to verify product specifications and ensure box labels match product requirements- Monitor machine operations using process monitoring systems and respond to machine alerts and bells- Inspect products for quality and identify, remove, and discard defective products or packaging components- Examine products for visible defects and report any significant quality concerns to the technical team- Monitor production output to ensure products meet required quality and quantity standards- Clean and maintain machines and work areas after production activities to ensure optimal equipment performance- Operate a variety of manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently- Understand and utilize emergency stop functions on machines, grinders, closing equipment, and auxiliary equipment when necessary- Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures when performing required equipment shutdowns or maintenance activitiesMachine Operator Requirements:- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate professionally with coworkers and supervisors- Basic math skills, including the ability to calculate averages and work with decimals- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality products- Mechanical aptitude and the ability to learn and operate multiple types of manufacturing equipment- Ability to identify and communicate production defects, equipment concerns, and process issues- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds repeatedly throughout the shift- Ability to stand, sit, bend, twist, and move throughout the entire shift- Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude- Ability to distinguish colors, as evidenced by achieving a passing score of 80 or higher on the Farnsworth-Munsell Color TestIND022QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!Why Work with QPS?- Access to sought-after positions with leading employers- Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search processBest of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers! We will never ask you to pay a fee.Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy.We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.