Machine Operator Extrusion Department

Automation Personnel Services; LaFayette (GA); On-site; USD 23,867,000 - 33,992,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Medical, dental, vision, disability &/

Life insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Referral bonus $50 after 30 days

Job summary

Automation Personnel Services is seeking several Machine Operators in the Extrusion Department for a manufacturing company in Lafayette, GA. The role focuses on production, manufacturing and quality of machinery, with full-time hours on a night shift and a 2 days on/3 days off rotation, including weekend work.

Responsibilities include operating extrusion machinery, assembling at stations, documenting paperwork, and quality inspections.

Qualifications

• 2 years of verifiable machine operator experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Stand for long periods and lift 50 pounds.
• Work in a high moisture situation.
• Background Check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Extrusion machines.
• Run assembly station with push buttons or guiding handles.
• Prepare material for removal by warehouse person.
• Pack products according to specifications while inspecting for quality.
• Accurately complete all required paperwork.
• Notify supervisor of any production or quality problems immediately.

Skills

Machine operation

Stand long periods

Lift 50 pounds

High moisture environment

Background check

Drug screen

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Machine Operator Extrusion Department

Automation Personnel Services is seeking several Machine Operators in the Extrusion Department for a manufacturing company in Lafayette, GA. In this role, you will be responsible for the production, manufacturing, and quality of machinery. Positions are full-time temporary to hire.

Pay Rate

Night shift: $2 1.25 per hour

Shifts and Schedules

Night Shift 8:00 pm-8:00 am

2 days on-3 days off rotation (must be willing to work weekend rotation)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with Extrusion machines
• Run assembly station with push buttons or guiding handles.
• Prepare material for removal by warehouse person.
• Parts are packed into large cardboard boxes, plastic bags or places in large wire buggies, which are removed by a warehouse employee.
• Pack products according to specifications while inspecting for quality
• Accurately complete all required paperwork.
• Notify supervisor of any production or quality problems immediately.

Requirement and Qualifications

• 2 years of verifiable machine operator experience
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Stand for long periods and lift 50 pounds (In‑office lifting assessment required)
• Work in a high moisture situation
• Background Check and drug screen required

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

401(k) Retirement Plan

Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401K matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

Bonus Opportunity!

We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

About Automation Personnel Services

Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light‑industrial staffing.

Our accolades include:

• 11-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016‑2026).
• Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019‑2026).
• Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association.
• Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine.
• Named one of America’s Best Temp Staffing Firms by Forbes (2025).
• Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

Equal Opportunity Employer

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