Machine Operator - Graveyard Shift

TPD; Wilsonville (OR); On-site; USD 57,859,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage $22.00

Graveyard shift Mon–Fri 11PM–7:30AM

Paid training

Medical, dental, vision

Disability insurance

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Paid holidays, vacation, sick time

Weekend overtime potential

Clean, supportive environment

Music while you work

Free coffee

Community garden access with produce

Job summary

TPD in Wilsonville, OR is seeking a dependable Machine Operator for the graveyard shift to support our injection molding operations. You will load, monitor, and troubleshoot machines, follow production instructions, and help ensure quality during the overnight shift.

We offer paid on-the-job training, comprehensive benefits, and potential overtime on weekends. The role is a temp-to-hire opportunity in a clean, team-based environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and follow production instructions.
• Basic reading, writing and math required.
• Dependable, punctual, and attendance-focused.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced production setting.
• Careful eye for quality and defect recognition.
• Comfort manually cycling machinery and handling materials.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Willingness to work in hot/non-climate-controlled environments.
• Occasional weekend overtime when needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate injection molding machines to produce quality components.
• Read and follow production instructions and verbal directions.
• Monitor machines and report malfunctions.
• Inspect finished parts for quality compliance.
• Record and communicate rejected parts and quality concerns.
• Perform secondary processing such as trimming, sanding, cutting, or packaging.
• Maintain accurate production counts and records.
• Keep tools and materials stocked and organized.
• Communicate production information to supervisors and peers.
• Maintain a clean, safe workstation throughout the shift.
• Suggest improvements to production procedures.

Skills

Reading instructions

Basic math

Dependable work ethic

Independent worker

Attention to quality

Safety awareness

Manual equipment operation

Lifting up to 25 pounds

Standing 8 hours

Work in hot environment

Weekend overtime availability

Job description

Machine Operator – Graveyard Shift

Wilsonville, OR | Temp-to-hire| Monday–Friday, 11 PM – 7:20 AM

Are you looking for a hands-on manufacturing opportunity with paid training, consistent weekday hours, and comprehensive benefits? Our client, a leading custom injection molding manufacturer in the Pacific Northwest, is hiring Machine Operators to produce high-quality molded plastic components in a clean, team-oriented environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is dependable, quality-focused, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced production setting.

PERKS AND BENEFITS:

• Hourly wage of $22.00 per hour

• Consistent graveyard shift from Monday through Friday, 11PM to 7:30 AM

• Paid on-the-job training

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance

• Flexible spending account and life insurance

• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

• Opportunity for additional overtime on Saturdays or Sundays

• Clean and supportive manufacturing environment

• Listen to music while you work

• Free coffee and access to a community garden with complimentary produce

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Operate injection molding machines to produce quality molded components.

• Read and follow production operating instructions and verbal directions.

• Monitor machines throughout the production cycle and promptly report malfunctions.

• Inspect finished parts to confirm they meet established quality standards.

• Identify, record, and communicate rejected parts and quality concerns.

• Complete secondary processing such as trimming, sanding, cutting, assembling, boxing, and packaging.

• Maintain accurate production counts using manual methods or scales.

• Complete work orders, labels, lot numbers, and production records accurately.

• Keep tools, packaging materials, samples, and other necessary equipment stocked.

• Communicate important production information to supervisors, leads, and incoming operators.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workstation throughout your shift.

• Suggest practical improvements to production procedures and daily operations.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE:

• The ability to read, understand, and verbally communicate work instructions.

• Basic reading, writing, and math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

• A dependable work ethic with strong punctuality and attendance.

• The ability to work independently while contributing to a cooperative production team.

• A careful eye for product quality and the ability to recognize defects.

• Comfort manually cycling machinery by opening and closing the machine gate.

• The ability to frequently lift, reach, and pull up to 25 pounds.

• The ability to stand for at least eight hours during your shift.

• Comfort working in a non-climate-controlled environment that may occasionally reach temperatures of up to 100°F.

• Availability to work occasional weekend overtime when required.

ABOUT US:

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.