Production 3rd Shift

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Paris (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a 3rd Shift Production Associate to support a growing manufacturing facility. You will help machining operations, perform tool changes, and conduct leak tests following established procedures.

This hands-on role requires the ability to stand 8+ hours, lift up to 50 lbs, and work second shift with overtime as needed. You’ll use Allen wrenches, grinders, deburring tools, and other shop equipment while maintaining safe work habits and

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Able to stand 8+ hours per shift.
• Lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Willing to work second shift and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform tool changes and leak tests per procedures.
• Operate machining equipment including Chiron drills, forklifts, Okuma lathes.
• Conduct hardness tests for quality.
• Inspect and palletize parts for shipment or processing.
• Follow standard work and maintain safe habits.

Skills

Stand 8h

Lifting 50 lbs

Shift work

Reading/writing

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Chiron drills

Okuma lathes

Forklifts

Gorbel crane

Hardness checker

Job description

A growing manufacturing facility is hiring a 3rd Shift Production Associate to support machining operations and keep production running safely and efficiently. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, can follow detailed instructions, and is comfortable working with tools, machinery, and repetitive physical tasks.

What You'll Do

• Perform tool changes and complete leak tests according to established procedures.
• Operate machining equipment including Chiron drills, forklifts, and Okuma lathes.
• Conduct hardness tests to verify product quality.
• Re-balance, inspect, and palletize parts for shipment or further processing.
• Inspect parts for accuracy, defects, and compliance with quality standards.
• Follow all standard work instructions and maintain safe work habits throughout the shift.

What You'll Need

• Ability to stand on your feet for 8+ hours per shift.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly throughout the day.
• Willingness to work second shift and overtime as needed.
• Basic reading, writing, and communication skills.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Tools & Equipment You'll Use

• Allen wrenches
• Files and die grinders
• Deburring knives
• General shop tools
• Hardness checker
• Air buffer
• Gorbel crane

Safety Requirements

In addition to standard PPE (bump cap, safety glasses, steel-toe shoes, hearing protection), this position also requires:

• Kevlar gloves for chip removal
• Rubber-coated or latex gloves for designated tasks on the line