Machine Operator - Day Shift

The ESAB Group Inc.; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-Day Work Week

Paid Training

Long weekends

Job summary

The ESAB Group Inc. is seeking manufacturing associates in Traverse City, MI. Earn $19 per hour with a 4-day Monday-Thursday schedule, giving you a long weekend every week.

No prior manufacturing experience is required as training is provided. You will work hands-on on production lines, stay active, and contribute to a fast-paced, safety-focused team. Join a global, stable employer and grow your skills in welding and cutting equipment manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Mechanically inclined or comfortable working with equipment.
• Reliable and ready to learn - we train you.
• Detail-focused with a commitment to quality.
• Able to follow instructions and track production info.
• Comfortable working on your feet in a manufacturing setting.
• No diploma required; no prior manufacturing experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate wire spooling machines to keep production running.
• Ensure consistent, high-quality products every shift.
• Load, thread, and manage wire spools with equipment and safety procedures.
• Package finished product and move materials using a fork truck.
• Track production and inventory using a computer system.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Work closely with your team to meet daily goals.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Reliable and eager to learn

Detail oriented

Instruction following

Shop floor familiarity

Job description

Job Description: This is more than just a job-it’s a chance to build skills, earn steady income, and be part of a company that supports industries worldwide.

What Sets This Job Apart

• $19/Hour + more as you gain experience
• 4-Day Work Week (Monday-Thursday) Enjoy a 3-day weekend every week
• Paid Training - No experience required
• Global, stable employer (ESAB)
• Hands-on work- stay active, not behind a desk

What You'll Do

• Operate wire spooling machines to keep production running
• Ensure consistent, high-quality products every shift
• Load, thread, and manage wire spools (with equipment and safety procedures)
• Package finished product and move materials using a fork truck
• Track production and inventory using a computer system
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Work closely with your team to meet daily goals

Why People in Traverse City Choose ESAB

• Predictable schedule - no rotating shifts
• Long weekends for family, outdoor activities, or a second job
• Skills you can build - not just a job, but a career path
• Strong safety culture and team support
• Fast-paced work that makes the day go by quickly

What We're Looking For

• Mechanically inclined or comfortable working with equipment
• Reliable and ready to learn - we train you
• Detail-focused with a commitment to quality
• Able to follow instructions and track production info
• Comfortable working on your feet in a manufacturing setting

No diploma required. No prior manufacturing experience required. Just a strong work ethic.

ESAB is a world leader in the production of welding and cutting equipment and consumables. Our innovative, world-renowned equipment and solutions are developed with input from our customers and built with the expertise and heritage of a global manufacturing leader.