Manufacturing Operator

Trident Consulting; Sheboygan Falls (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Trident Consulting is seeking a Manufacturing Operator II to support a 24/7 continuous production operation on site. This hands-on role requires operating and monitoring production equipment, following procedures, ensuring quality checks, and maintaining a clean work area.

The ideal candidate has 2–3+ years in manufacturing or regulated environments, strong math and measurement skills, and the ability to work independently and with a team.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years of manufacturing or production experience preferred.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, chemical, laboratory, industrial, or regulated manufacturing is a plus.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with production equipment.
• Ability to read and follow written procedures.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good verbal and written communication.
• Basic Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Forklift or hand pallet truck experience is a plus — training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of a continuous manufacturing process.
• Operate and monitor production equipment.
• Follow written procedures, work instructions, and safety requirements.
• Check the quality and condition of materials and equipment.
• Identify equipment or process problems and take appropriate action.
• Perform basic in-process testing and measurements.
• Use hand tools, weighing equipment, calculators, and other production equipment.
• Maintain clean and organized production areas.
• Assist maintenance with equipment and facility upkeep.
• Communicate production information with supervisors and team members.
• Work closely with manufacturing, technical, and laboratory teams.
• Follow all applicable safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Written procedures

Basic math

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Team work

Forklift experience

Tools

Hand pallet truck

Job description

Trident Consulting is seeking a \" Manufacturing/Production Operator II” for one of our clients, a Global science and technology company

Job Title: Manufacturing Operator II

Job Type: Full-Time Contract

Duration: 12+ Months

Pay: $22–$25/hour on W2

Schedule: Friday–Sunday, 6:00 AM–6:30 PM + 4 additional hours during the week

Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite

Job Description:

• We are looking for a dependable Manufacturing Operator II to join our team and support a 24/7 manufacturing operation.
• This is a hands-on production role where you will operate and monitor manufacturing equipment, follow safety and quality procedures, perform basic testing, maintain a clean work area, and help keep the production process running smoothly.
• If you have experience in manufacturing, production, chemical, pharmaceutical, laboratory, or industrial environments, we'd like to hear from you!

What You'll Do

• Support daily operations of a continuous manufacturing process.
• Operate and monitor production equipment.
• Follow written procedures, work instructions, and safety requirements.
• Check the quality and condition of materials and equipment.
• Identify equipment or process problems and take appropriate action.
• Perform basic in-process testing and measurements.
• Use hand tools, weighing equipment, calculators, and other production equipment.
• Maintain clean and organized production areas.
• Assist maintenance with equipment and facility upkeep.
• Communicate production information with supervisors and team members.
• Work closely with manufacturing, technical, and laboratory teams.
• Follow all applicable safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

What We're Looking For

• 2–3+ years of manufacturing or production experience preferred.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, chemical, laboratory, industrial, or regulated manufacturing is a plus.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with production equipment.
• Ability to read and follow written procedures.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good verbal and written communication.
• Basic Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Forklift or hand pallet truck experience is a plus — training can be provided.
• This is a hands-on manufacturing position.
• You should be comfortable:
• Standing and sitting for extended periods.
• Working around manufacturing equipment and chemicals.
• Wearing required PPE, which will be provided.
• Safely lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Working in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.
• The facility may involve exposure to chemicals such as acetone, ethanol, butanol, and nitrocellulose in IPA. All required safety training and PPE will be provided.
• A pre-employment physical and visual acuity exam are required.

About Trident Consulting

Trident Consulting is an award-winning staffing and consulting firm headquartered in San Ramon, CA. Since 2005, we’ve partnered with Fortune 500 and high-growth companies to deliver high-quality talent across technology, engineering, business operations, and professional services.

We specialize in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements, supporting roles across IT, data & analytics, cloud, cybersecurity, finance & accounting, HR, operations, and more. With a strong focus on hard-to-fill and niche positions, our global recruiting engine enables us to deliver speed, quality, and scale