Machine Operator up to 50lbs/1st shift/$17/hr./Dover TN

TempsPlus of Paducah, Inc.; Dover (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

TempsPlus of Paducah, Inc. is seeking a Class One Machine Operator for 2nd shift (Mon-Fri, 3:30p-12a). This role involves operating basic productivity equipment, loading and unloading machines, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

You will read measuring instruments, assist with setups, and may perform minor rework or data entry tasks as part of a team-driven continuous improvement environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate basic productivity equipment.
• Able to read measuring instruments (tape measure, micrometer, etc.).
• Strong emphasis on safety and quality in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate basic productivity equipment and move materials between workstations.
• Load/unload machines, conveyors, pallets, and related lines; assist with jigs, fixtures, and tooling.
• Assemble and pack products; maintain accurate counts and conduct simple quality inspections.

Job description

Job Title: Class One Machine Operator/50lbs/2nd shift Days & Hours: Monday - Friday 3:30p-12a Hourly Pay Rate: $17/hr.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operate basic productivity equipment. Move materials and/or parts between workstations. Assist other operators by loading or unloading jigs, fixtures, and/or tooling. Assemble and/or pack products. Load and unload machines, conveyors, pallets or automatic lines. Must keep accurate counts of production parts. Produce to established standards and conduct simple quality inspections. Keep work areas clean and orderly. Responsible for conducting all work in a safe manner following established safety procedures. Read specified measuring instruments including but not limited to tape measure, micrometer, etc. May be required to input basic data into production machinery. Receives team and continuous process improvement training and participates on project teams as required. May perform necessary rework and minor repairs. Perform minor set-up adjustments and preventative maintenance as required. Perform other duties as assigned. May participate on project teams as requested.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to stand; walk. Occasionally required sitting; climbing or balancing; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Lifting Frequency: Medium heavy lifting 30 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects up to 20 lbs. 67 - 100% of the time. Vision: Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Repetitive Hand Action: Firm grasping - the ability to exert sufficient grip to pick-up a case of 12 oz. soft drinks or to pick-up a bowling ball. Requires approximate grip strength of 45-60 lbs. on a hand dynamometer. Fine Manipulation of Hands/Fingers: Sufficient coordination to place and screw a small washer on a bolt, to pick-up clip from a desk top, or pick up a dime off a counter top. Use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms.