Machine Operator - Injection Molding

Surestaff, LLC; Sturtevant (WI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Weekly pay

Referral bonuses

Job summary

SURESTAFF is hiring a Machine Operator in Sturtevant, WI to operate site-specific equipment and meet production, quality, and safety standards.

The role offers 12-hour shifts (7:00am-7:00pm or 7:00pm-7:00am) with benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, plus referral bonuses. Previous production or machine operation experience is preferred, with overtime flexibility emphasized.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in production or machine operation.
• Experience with thermoforming, blow molding, or extrusion is a plus.
• Able to read and interpret production specifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare machines for production by securing dies, stops, and guides.
• Operate thermoforming equipment to produce quality products.
• Perform quality testing such as burst, drop, and water table tests.
• Identify and correct out-of-spec product and monitor for equipment issues.

Skills

Machine operation

Reading specs

Mechanical aptitude

Overtime flexibility

Job description

SURESTAFF is immediately hiring Machine Operators in Sturtevant, WI! The Machine Operator is responsible for operating site-specific equipment (injection molding, blow molding or extrusion) and meeting all production, quality and safety requirements.

SURESTAFF is invested in their team members! All temp-to-hire employees are offered competitive compensation $21.50/HR as well as a benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental, and vision). Generous referral bonuses are available upon hire.

Shifts are 12 hours! Night Shift Available. (7:00am-7:00pm / 7:00pm-7:00am)

Responsibilities of the Machine Operator:

• Prepare machine for production by positioning and securing dies, stops, guides, and turntables.
• Safely and effectively operates thermoforming equipment to produce quality productReads job specifications and previous run data (if available) to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
• Ensures job is in order prior to machine set-up.
• Performs required quality testing on products produced.
• Performs required quality testing on products produced, i.e. burst test, drop test, water table test, etc.
• Observes machine operation to detect piece defects or machine malfunction.
• Makes corrections to alleviate out of specification product.
• Position will entail standing for long periods of the day and lifting up to 50 pounds during shift.
• Troubleshooting Skills related to mechanical, pneumatic, electrical or hydraulic issues (if applicable)
• Perform material handling procedures as required

Required Qualifications of the Machine Operator:

• Previous experience in production, manufacturing, assembling, and/or machine operating.
• Previous blow molding, Injection or Extrusion experience or related training (HDPE, PET) Industry experience is preferred
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude is essential.
• Flexibility to work overtime and extra shifts as needed.
• Experience reading and interpreting production specifications a plus.

About Surestaff

At Surestaff, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest and Southeast. We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck – it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle.

Here are the benefits you’ll enjoy when you partner with us:

• Access to a wide range of job opportunities
• Competitive pay
• Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP)
• Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions
• Electronic weekly pay
• Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support

Surestaff also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs.

Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer.

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