Machine Operator Coater - 2nd Shift

Kelly Services; Newburyport (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement savings plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kelly Services in Newburyport, MA is seeking a permanent Machine Operator for the 3rd shift (11pm–7am, Mon-Fri). The role focuses on operating coating machines, performing setup, and ensuring quality.

You will read schedules, handle material movement, run QA tests, and support other departments as needed. A high school diploma or GED is required; manufacturing experience and basic computer skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Manufacturing experience and/or mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Intermediate computer skills and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain coating machines, ensuring optimal performance and quality.
• Read schedules to determine solutions and changeovers, and perform machine setups as needed.
• Observe machines during operation to detect defects, make adjustments, and perform quality checks.
• Handle material movement (loading, unloading, packing, transporting) using carts, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
• Clean machines and equipment between runs, with occasional confined space entry.
• Record production run quantities, follow SOPs, and conduct QA testing using computer equipment.
• Assist other operators, cross-train on equipment, and support other departments as needed.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Kelly Services is seeking to hire directly for a permanent Machine Operator – 3'rd Shift to work at a premier manufacturing client in Newburyport, MA.

• Pay Rate: $22.00 – $24.00 per hour (plus $2.75 shift differential)

3rd shift: 11pm - 7am; Mon. through Frid.

Job Duties:

• Operating and maintaining coating machines, ensuring optimal performance and quality
• Reading schedules to determine solutions and changeovers, and performing machine setups as needed
• Observing machines during operation to detect defects, making necessary adjustments, and performing quality checks
• Handling material movement (loading, unloading, packing, and transporting) using carts, pallet jacks, and forklifts
• Cleaning machines and equipment between runs, with occasional confined space entry
• Recording production run quantities, following SOPs, and conducting QA testing using computer equipment
• Assisting other operators, cross-training on equipment, and supporting other departments as needed

Requirements:

• Have a high school diploma or GED (required)
• Bring manufacturing experience and/or mechanical aptitude (preferred)
• Possess intermediate computer skills and strong attention to detail
• Can comply with a 100% non-smoking campus policy and complete a respiratory clearance exam (as needed)

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. 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.

About Kelly

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