Manufacturing Assembly Operator (2nd Shift)

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Schedule

Competitive Pay

Weekly Pay

Full Benefits Package

Zero Fees

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is hiring a full-time Manufacturing Assembly Operator (2nd Shift) for a precision manufacturing facility in O'Fallon, MO (63366).

This role features a great 4-day work week (Monday through Thursday, 10-hour shifts) so you can enjoy 3-day weekends! In this position, you will assemble and load fixtures, perform precision quality checks, make basic welder/fixture adjustments, and operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Strong basic math skills.
• Hands-on forklift experience.
• Familiarity with precision measuring tools.
• Excellent attendance and reliable transportation to O'Fallon, MO 63366.
• Willingness to complete pre-employment evaluations and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, align, load, and unload fixtures or assemblies per technical specs.
• Submit first-off samples to QA; adjust welders/fixtures to match blueprints.
• Perform basic measurements and quality checks using calipers, micrometers, scales, gauges.
• Operate Stand-Up and Sit-Down Forklifts to move materials.
• Verify parts, materials, and hardware are staged for production.
• Follow all safety procedures and PPE protocols.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Math skills

Forklift experience

Attendance

Background checks

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Scales

Gauges

Job description

Manufacturing Assembly Operator (2nd Shift) | Up to $19.50/hr

Location: O'Fallon, MO 63366

Job Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire | Immediate Start

Shift: 2nd Shift | Monday – Thursday (4x10 Schedule)

Pay Rate: Up to $19.50 / Hour | Weekly Pay

Industry: Light Industrial, Assembly, Precision Manufacturing, Machine Operation

About the Role

Express Employment Professionals is hiring a full-time Manufacturing Assembly Operator (2nd Shift) for a precision manufacturing facility in O'Fallon, MO (63366).

This role features a great 4-day work week (Monday through Thursday, 10-hour shifts) so you can enjoy 3-day weekends! In this position, you will assemble and load fixtures, perform precision quality checks, make basic welder/fixture adjustments, and operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts. If you have solid mechanical aptitude, blueprint reading skills, and forklift experience.

What You Get

• Great Schedule: Enjoy a 4-day work week (10-hour shifts, Monday – Thursday) with every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday off!

• Competitive Pay: Earn up to $19.50 / hour depending on experience.

• Weekly Pay: Dependable Friday paychecks via direct deposit or pay card options.

• Full Benefits Package: Access to optional medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans through Express.

• Zero Candidate Fees: Express never charges job seekers a fee to find a job.

What You Will Do

• Assembly & Setup: Assemble, install, align, load, and unload fixtures or assemblies according to strict technical specifications.

• Quality Assurance: Submit first-off sample parts to QA for approval; make necessary adjustments to welders or fixtures to ensure parts match blueprint specifications.

• Precision Measurement: Perform basic measurements and quality checks using calipers, micrometers, scales, and gauges.

• Material Handling: Safely operate both Stand-Up and Sit-Down Forklifts to load, unload, and move materials across the plant.

• Materials Prep: Verify and ensure all required parts, materials, and hardware are staged and ready for production runs.

• Safety & Compliance: Follow all safe work procedures, plant rules, and personal protective equipment protocols.

What You Need

• Technical & Math Skills: Ability to read and interpret blueprints. Strong basic math skills (adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing whole numbers, fractions, and decimals).

• Equipment Experience: Hands-on experience operating both Stand-Up and Sit-Down Forklifts.

• Quality Tools: Familiarity using precision tools including calipers, micrometers, scales, and gauges.

• Reliability: Excellent attendance, daily punctuality, and reliable transportation to O'Fallon, MO 63366.

• Screening: Willingness to complete standard pre-employment evaluations and background checks.

Why Apply Through Express Employment Professionals?

Express connects job seekers with top commercial, light industrial, and precision manufacturing facilities across O'Fallon, St. Charles County, and the surrounding St. Louis metro area. Partnering with Express gives you direct access to local hiring managers and full recruiter support throughout your assignment.

Express Employment Professionals is an Equal Opportunity Employer.