Machine Operator - Night Shift - $18.50/hour plus $1.00/hr shift differential- 6:00pm-2:00am Monday thru Friday

Atkore; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term and Long-term Disability

401k

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Leave under federal/state/local law

Job summary

Atkore is seeking a Machine Operator for the night shift in Houston, TX. The role runs 6:00pm to 2:00am, Monday through Friday, with a base pay of $18.50 per hour plus a $1.00 per hour shift differential.

Reporting to the night shift supervisor, you will set up, operate, monitor, and troubleshoot on assigned machines to meet quality specs. The ideal candidate has prior machine operator experience, understands production procedures, can read blueprints, and works well in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience as a Machine Operator is a plus.
• Reading blueprints, schematics and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a production machine according to established procedures and guidelines.
• Reads and interprets blueprints and diagrams to select, position and secure machinery.
• Adjusts machine settings to meet specifications and timelines.
• Performs pre-operation checks for proper startup on multiple pieces of equipment.
• Operates/monitors multiple pieces of equipment to ensure quality production.
• Completes daily production, quality and safety inspections.

Skills

Machine Operator

Manufacturing environment

Production procedures

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Work independently

Multitask

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Machine Operator - Night Shift - $18.50/hour plus $1.00/hr shift differential- 6:00pm-2:00am Monday thru Friday

Job Category: Manufacturing

Requisition Number: MACHI014151

• Posted : September 25, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Houston TX 20014
Houston, TX 77088, USA

Description

Machine Operator - Night Shift - $18.50/hour plus $1.00/hr shift differential - 6:00pm-2:00am Monday thru Friday

Who we are looking for:

We are currently looking for a Machine Operator - Night Shift - $18.50/hour plus $1.00/hr shift differential - 6:00pm-2:00am Monday thru Friday to be based out of Houston, TX. Reporting to the night shift Supervisor, the Machine Operator will be responsible for performing various tasks to set up, operate, monitor, and troubleshoot on assigned machines. The Machine Operator will also be responsible for inspecting parts to specifications and making adjustments, or tool changes as necessary to maintain quality specifications. The Operator sets up and operates a production machine in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.

What you’ll do:

Additional Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-speed environment, follow standardized work and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement environment
• Sets up and operates a production machine in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Reads and interprets blueprints and diagrams to select, position and secure machinery.
• Adjusts machine settings to complete tasks accurately, according to specifications and in a timely fashion.
• Performs necessary pre-operation activities to ensure proper equipment startup and operation on multiple pieces of equipment
• Operates/monitors multiple pieces of equipment during operation to ensure quality production and minimal unplanned stops
• Communicates with team members and support teams to ensure continuous production of the correct product at high quality levels with minimal wasted time and materials
• Completes documentation including daily production reports, regular quality inspections, and safety inspections of equipment

What you’ll bring:

• Experience as a Machine Operator a plus
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus
• Knowledge of Production Procedures
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Ability to Read Blueprints, Schematics and Manuals
• Attention to Detail
• Teamwork
• Work Independently
• Multitask

Within 3 months, you’ll:

• Complete any required training
• Have developed relationships with the key stakeholders for this role.
• Be well-versed in Atkore’s Business System and the importance of your role to daily operations.

Who we are:
Atkore is a five-time Great Place to Work© certified company and a three-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We’re committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values.
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 $18.50/hour. 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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