Machine Operator (Hygiene Dept) - 12 Hr Night Shift

Safety Components; East Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 49,594,000 - 57,859,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Paid Training

Career growth and stability

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

American & Efird (A&E) in Gastonia, NC is hiring a Manufacturing Machine Operator for the 12 Hr Night Shift. You will operate textile machinery, follow instructions, and work in a fast-paced, team-structured environment to meet quality standards.

This full-time, onsite role offers weekly pay and a benefits package including health coverage and a 401(k). The position requires dependability, willingness to work hands-on in production, and passing a drug screen and background check.

Qualifications

• Dependable and punctual attendance.
• Willingness to work hands-on in a production setting.
• Ability to pass drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate textile machinery.
• Work safely in a fast-paced, team-structured environment.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Meet or exceed quality standards.
• Handle materials safely and efficiently.
• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and lift throughout shift.

Skills

Machine operation

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Following instructions

Quality standards

Job description

Posting Details

• Posted on October 2, 2026

Locations

Plant 20
401 Grover St
Gastonia, NC 28054, USA

• Rate : $18 USD per hour
• A&E Jobs
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: MACHI001780

Description

Manufacturing Machine Operator - 12 Hr Night Shift

Location: Gastonia , NC
Company: American & Efird (A&E)
Job Type: Full-Time | Onsite

Hours: 7pm-7am

• Will need to train on 8 hr. 1st shift
• Position will be in Gastonia this year and will move to our Mt Holly next year

Pay Rate: $17.50 + .50c shift differential Weekly pay

What You’ll Do

• Operate textile machinery
• Work safely in a fast-paced, team-structured environment
• Follow written and verbal instructions
• Meet or exceed quality standards
• Handle materials safely and efficiently
• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and lift throughout shift

Requirements

• Dependable and punctual attendance
• Willingness to work hands-on in a production setting
• Ability to pass drug screen and background check

Why Work at A&E?

• Full-time hours
• Competitive pay with production bonuses in certain departments
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid Training
• Career growth and stability
• Referral Bonuses

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