Machine Operator-Lima

Cardinal Staffing Services; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Referral bonuses

Attendance bonuses

Electronic weekly pay

Health & Wellness Programs

Medical/Vision/Dental

Employment support

Job summary

Cardinal Staffing Services is hiring for Machine Operators at a plastics facility in Lima, OH. The operator will run injection molding, blow molding, or extrusion equipment, producing plastic products that meet specifications.

Candidates should have 1–2 years in plastics, be able to lift up to 50 pounds, and preferably have forklift experience. The role offers steady shifts on a 2-2-3 rotation with pay ranging from $20.50 to $21.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in a plastics facility (injection/blow molding or extrusion).
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines (injection/blow/extrusion) to produce plastic products per specs.
• Follow safety procedures.
• Perform quality checks.
• Set up, repair, and troubleshoot equipment and processes.

Skills

Injection molding

Blow molding

Extrusion

Forklift experience

Job description

Cardinal Staffing Services, is hiring for Machine Operators for a plastics facility in Lima, OH. The Machine Operator is responsible for operating site-specific equipment (injection molding, blow molding or extrusion) and meeting all production, quality and safety requirements.

Duties

• Efficient operation of machines and other associated equipment to successfully produce plastic products according to specification
• Follow safety procedures
• Quality checks
• Set up, repair, and troubleshoot equipment and processes

This position will require candidates to be able to work independently and demonstrate a proactive, problem-solving attitude. Cardinal Staffing Services is invested in their team members! All Production and Assembly are offered competitive compensation of $20.50-$21.50 per hour for Machine Operators. Generous referral and attendance bonuses! Schedule is a 2-2-3 rotation, 6AM to 6PM or 6PM to 6AM.

Requirements for Machine Operators

• Previous blow molding, plastic injection molding, or extrusion experience
• Job requires lifting & carrying up to 50 pounds
• Forklift experience preferred
• This is a resume-based role, minimum of 1-2 years at each employer, experience in a plastics facility a must

About Cardinal Staffing Services

At Cardinal Staffing, a Surestaff Company, 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. We understand that finding the right job is more than just a paycheck - it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle.

Benefits

• 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

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

Cardinal Staffing is an equal opportunity employer.

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