Production Operator Graveyard

Kelly Services; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Service bonus

Holiday pay (up to 8 days)

Transit spending account

Paid sick leave

Medical, dental, vision

Telemedicine

Life insurance (term & whole)

Accident insurance

Critical illness

Legal plan

Short-term disability

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a Production Operator, Level III – Grinding, for the graveyard shift. You will set up and operate profile grinding machines to produce high-quality parts meeting precise specifications, and you will troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime on a 1:00 AM–9:30 AM shift.

Responsibilities include training teammates, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring consistent tolerances. Prior grinding experience and strong reliability are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including machine setup and operation.
• Willingness and ability to learn advanced setup techniques and meet production run rates.
• Skilled in handling small wire sizes and maintaining tight tolerances.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot machines and restore operations efficiently.
• Basic reading, writing, and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up profile grinding machines for the production of customer parts according to sketches and specifications.
• Make machine adjustments to maintain quality and ensure tolerances are met.
• Inspect parts regularly to verify compliance with standards.
• Troubleshoot minor equipment issues to minimize downtime.
• Provide training and assistance to other operators, fostering teamwork.
• Follow safety protocols and company procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
• Undertake additional tasks as assigned.

Skills

Machining

Grinder operation

Troubleshooting

Quality awareness

Communication

Reliability

Tools

Profile grinding machines

Job description

Job Description

Production Operator, Level III – Grinding

Pay Rate: $25.30/hr ($22/hr base + 15% graveyard shift differential)

Shift: Monday–Friday, 1:00 AM–9:30 AM

Seeking a skilled Production Operator (Level III) for our grinding department. The Operator is responsible for machine setup and operation to manufacture high-quality parts that meet precise customer specifications. This role involves operating profile grinding machines, performing setups, troubleshooting, and supporting team performance on the graveyard shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and set up profile grinding machines for the production of customer parts according to detailed sketches and specifications.


• Make machine adjustments as necessary to maintain quality and ensure that all tolerances are consistently met.


• Inspect parts regularly, verifying compliance with required standards and specifications.


• Troubleshoot minor equipment or production issues quickly to minimize downtime and maintain efficiency.


• Provide training and assistance to other operators, fostering skill development and teamwork.


• Follow all safety protocols and company procedures to maintain a safe, compliant work environment.


• Undertake additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including both machine setup and routine operation.


• Willingness and ability to learn advanced setup techniques and meet production run rates, including operating multiple machines concurrently.


• Skilled in handling small wire sizes (.005\" ± .0002\") and maintaining tight tolerances.


• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot machines and restore operations efficiently.


• Basic reading, writing, and effective communication skills.


• Strong reliability, attendance, and work ethic.


• Ability to collaborate and communicate professionally with team members and management.

Level III Expectations

• Works independently, requiring minimal supervision.


• Handles more complex parts and tight tolerances within production.


• Actively contributes to team performance, productivity, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

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. 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.

Equal Opportunity

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's st

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