Operator - 1st and 2nd Shift

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Town of River Falls (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking an Operator in River Falls, WI. The role offers 1st or 2nd shift (4:00am–12:30pm or 11:30am–8:00pm) with pay at $20–$23 per hour.

Operators support daily manufacturing by running extrusion and compounding equipment, ensuring quality and safety, and assisting across production as needed. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 lbs, perform physical tasks, have basic math and computer skills, and possess prior plastics manufacturing

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to safety and product quality.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform bending, twisting, climbing, and prolonged standing.
• Strong math skills and attention to detail with multitasking ability.
• Basic computer skills and ability to work independently.
• Experience with forklifts/pallet jacks and polymer knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion and compounding equipment, including start‑up, shutdown, and cleaning.
• Prepare materials, equipment, and documentation for production.
• Troubleshoot machinery and resolve operating issues.
• Follow quality standards, safety rules, and housekeeping procedures.
• Load/unload trucks and operate forklifts and material‑handling equipment.
• Report equipment issues, incidents, or safety concerns to supervision.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

2-year technical degree

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Job description

Operator – River Falls, Wisconsin

Pay: $20–$23/hr

Schedule:

• 1st Shift: Monday - Friday (4:00am - 12:30pm)
• 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday (11:30am - 8:00pm)

Summary:Operators support daily manufacturing by operating extrusion and compounding equipment, maintaining quality and safety standards, and assisting across production as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate equipment for extrusion and compounding, including start‑up, shutdown, and cleaning.

• Prepare materials, equipment, and documentation for production.

• Troubleshoot machinery and resolve operating issues.

• Follow all quality standards, safety rules, and housekeeping procedures.

• Load/unload trucks and operate forklifts and material‑handling equipment.

• Report equipment issues, incidents, or safety concerns to supervision.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong commitment to safety and product quality.

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and perform bending, twisting, climbing, and prolonged standing.

• Strong math skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.

• Basic computer skills and ability to work independently.

• Experience with forklifts/pallet jacks.

• Basic polymer knowledge preferred.

• Prior plastics manufacturing experience or a 2‑year technical degree; extrusion experience a plus.

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

This job is located within the United States

Must be able to commute to River Falls, WI (not a remote role)

Relocation not available

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