Mmachine Operators

Kelly Services; North Carolina; On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision plans

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kelly Services in Spruce Pine, NC is seeking a Machine Operator to support an advanced lost foam process. You will manufacture and finish high-quality cast-aluminum parts in a safety-focused, team-oriented environment.

The role offers 10-hour shifts (4:30pm–3:00am), full-time, temp-to-perm; pay ranges from $17 to $20 per hour depending on experience. You will participate in training, maintain quality, and contribute to production goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Comfortable using various hand tools and operating machines.
• Basic computer skills (data entry, reading instructions, etc.).
• Detail-oriented with strong visual inspection skills.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work independently or in a team.
• Good communication and ability to follow both written and verbal instructions.
• Physically able to stand for long periods and lift or move objects up to 50–70 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate grinders and other hand or power tools to process cast-aluminum parts.
• Inspect finished parts for defects or discrepancies, ensuring only quality products are sent out.
• Follow process sheets and standard operating procedures accurately.
• Maintain production goals and complete orders on schedule.
• Keep equipment and work areas clean, safe, and well-maintained.
• Assist with training new team members as needed.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors and team members to resolve any issues.

Skills

Hand tools & machines

Basic computer skills

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Teamwork / independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Machinery operation

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: MachineOperators
Location: Spruce Pine, NC
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 4:30pm–3:00am (10-hour shifts)
Pay: $17–$20 per hour, depending on experience
Type: Full-time, temp-to-perm

A leading aluminum casting facility in Spruce Pine is seeking MachineOperators to support its advanced lost foam process. In this role, you will help manufacture and finish high-quality cast-aluminum parts in a safety-focused, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate grinders and other hand or power tools to process cast-aluminum parts
• Inspect finished parts for defects or discrepancies, ensuring only quality products are sent out
• Follow process sheets and standard operating procedures accurately
• Maintain production goals and complete orders on schedule
• Keep equipment and work areas clean, safe, and well-maintained
• Assist with training new team members as needed
• Communicate clearly with supervisors and team members to resolve any issues

Qualifications & Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Comfortable using various hand tools and operating machines
• Basic computer skills (data entry, reading instructions, etc.)
• Detail-oriented with strong visual inspection skills
• Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work independently or in a team
• Good communication and ability to follow both written and verbal instructions
• Physically able to stand for long periods and lift or move objects up to 50–70 pounds

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

About Kelly

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