PRODUCTION OPERATOR II

Kelly Services; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Transit spending account

Paid holidays (up to 8 per year)

Paid sick leave as per state/local law

Job summary

Kelly Services is hiring a Temporary Production Operator II in Redwood City, CA. The role operates manufacturing equipment to convert raw materials into finished products, performs quality checks, and maintains production and inventory records.

The position requires basic blueprint reading, documentation accuracy, and the ability to troubleshoot production issues while following established procedures. Shift is swing, with a 2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m. schedule, on-site.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of manufacturing/production experience.
• Experience with manufacturing equipment preferred.
• Able to read blueprints, layouts, schematics, and written instructions.
• Capable of completing production records and inventory documentation accurately.
• Detail-oriented and committed to product quality.
• Able to identify problems, troubleshoot issues, and follow procedures.
• Independent and as part of a production team.
• Vocational training or equivalent hands-on experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to manufacture products from raw materials into finished goods.
• Monitor production processes and maintain safe, efficient operations.
• Track raw-material usage and maintain inventory records.
• Complete production records, data sheets, and required documentation.
• Perform in-process quality tests (hardness, weight, pH, moisture).
• Identify equipment malfunctions and product deficiencies.
• Troubleshoot production issues and adjust for quality/output.
• Follow blueprints, layouts, schematics, and procedures.
• Maintain records of orders, work, materials, and inventory levels.
• Coordinate workload, staffing, equipment capacity, and inventory requirements.
• Prepare and monitor production schedules with planning, production, and maintenance teams.
• Request materials and coordinate delivery dates as needed.
• Recognize when deviations from procedures are needed and escalate.

Skills

Manufacturing equipment operation

Blueprint reading

Documentation accuracy

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Vocational training or hands-on experience

Job description

Production Operator II

Location: Redwood City, CA

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.

Shift: Swing Shift — Spooling

Pay Rate: $24.00 per hour

Position Summary

Kelly Services is hiring a Temporary Production Operator II operates manufacturing equipment to convert raw materials into finished products. This position performs quality checks, maintains accurate production and inventory records, identifies equipment or product issues, and supports efficient production operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment used to manufacture products from raw materials into finished goods.
• Monitor production processes and maintain safe, efficient operations.
• Track raw-material usage and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Complete production records, data sheets, and required documentation.
• Perform in-process quality tests, including hardness, weight, variation, pH, and moisture checks.
• Identify equipment malfunctions and product deficiencies.
• Troubleshoot production issues and make adjustments to maintain quality and output.
• Follow blueprints, subassembly layouts, schematics, work instructions, and established procedures.
• Maintain records of orders received, work completed, materials used, and inventory levels.
• Coordinate workload, staffing, equipment capacity, and inventory requirements.
• Prepare and monitor production schedules with materials planning, production, and maintenance teams.
• Request materials and coordinate delivery dates as needed.
• Recognize when deviations from standard procedures may be necessary and elevate issues appropriately.
• Follow all safety, quality, and company policies.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of relevant manufacturing, production, machine operation, warehouse, or technical work experience.
• Experience working with manufacturing equipment or production processes preferred.
• Ability to read and follow blueprints, layouts, schematics, and written instructions.
• Ability to complete production records and inventory documentation accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Ability to identify problems, troubleshoot issues, and follow established procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.
• Vocational training or equivalent hands‑on experience is a plus.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. 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. For more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.