Machine Operator I (6:00PM - 6:00AM) $22.50/hr. + $1.00/hr. Shift Differential

Atkore; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Atkore in Eugene, OR is seeking a Machine Operator I for Sunday–Tuesday, with every other Saturday, 6:00 PM–6:00 AM. The role involves operating extrusion machines and inspecting products to ensure quality.

You’ll follow the production schedule, measure dimensions with tape measures, calipers, and micrometers, adjust controls, record readings, and troubleshoot equipment. High school diploma required; must lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and understand a production schedule.
• Comfort with measuring instruments and basic math.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow the production schedule to ensure adherence.
• Measure product dimensions with tape measures, calipers, and micrometers.
• Adjust controls to meet specified measurements and record hourly readings.
• Troubleshoot equipment and reject non-conforming products.

Skills

Reading schedules

Measurement skills

Interpersonal skills

Mathematical aptitude

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measures

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Machine Operator I (6:00PM - 6:00AM) $22.50/hr. + $1.00/hr. Shift Differential

Job Category: Manufacturing

Requisition Number: MACHI014117

• Posted : September 21, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Description

Machine Operator I

Sunday-Tuesday, every other Saturday | 6:00PM - 6:00AM - $22.50/hr. + $1.00/hr Shift Differential

We are currently looking for a Machine Operator I to be based out of Eugene, OR. Reporting to the Shift Lead. The Machine Operator will be responsible for the operation of extrusion machines and inspection of product to ensure the customer is receiving quality product.

What you’ll do:

Machine Operators responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Read and understand the production schedule and ensure adherence
• Measure dimensions of products to verify conformance to specifications, using the measuring instruments such as tape measures, calipers, gauges, and micrometers.
• Adjust controls to meet specified measurements and diameters. Record hourly pipe readings such as weight, wall thickness, diameter, and length. Reject products not meeting specifications.
• Adjust and troubleshoot specific equipment

What you’ll bring:

• High school diploma, or equivalent
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
• Ability to read and use tape measures, calipers, micrometers, and basic math knowledge.
• Must be adaptable to changes in the work environment, comfortable with multiple competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events in a calm and logical manner
• Must be able to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced work environment
• Able to lift 50 pounds unassisted

Within 3 months, you’ll:

• Understand our Safety Culture
• understand the basic duties of your job
• understand what you need to do to get promoted.

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $22.50/hr. Placement in the range depends on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs and may change over time. Other compensation may include, but not limited to, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.

Benefits available include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Any leave required under federal, state, or local law

Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.

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