Production Operator - Immediate Hire

Kelly Services; Torrington (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services is hiring a Production Operator in Torrington, CT. The role offers first, second, and third shifts with full-time, temp-to-hire hours.

No prior experience is required as comprehensive paid training is provided and opportunities for rotating tasks to build skills. You will work in a brand-new climate-controlled facility, stand for 8 hours, and learn to operate manual, semi-automated, and automated equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Comfortable standing for 8 hours and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• No experience required; hands-on paid training provided.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team to manufacture and assemble components using manual, semi-automated, and automated equipment.
• Follow work instructions and quality procedures to ensure top-notch results.
• Use precision tools to measure parts (calipers, micrometers).
• Rotate through tasks and departments to build skills.
• Maintain safety and quality as top priorities.

Skills

Calipers

Micrometers

Quality procedures

Team collaboration

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

Manual equipment

Job description

Think the best job opportunities are far away? Think again. Great opportunities are right here in your backyard. Kelly® is looking for a Production Operator to work at a premier manufacturing client in Torrington, CT . Let us help you grow at work and discover the next step in your career, all while being a vital part of your community.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $18.00-$20.70/hr | Weekly Pay

Shifts Available: Monday-Friday | Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire

1st Shift | 7:30AM-3:30PM

2nd Shift | 3:30PM–11:30PM

3rd Shift | 11:30PM-7:30AM

• Must be able to train on 1st or 2nd shift. Comfortable on your feet for 8-hour shifts.

Why you should apply to be a Production Operator:

• Work in a brand-new, climate-controlled facility—enjoy comfort year-round

• No experience required—full, hands‑on paid training provided

• Opportunity for skill development through rotating tasks and cross‑training

• Supportive, team‑oriented culture with clear growth paths

• Fast and simple hiring process—interview and start working in days, not weeks

What’s a typical day as a Production Operator? You’ll be:

• Collaborating with a team to manufacture and assemble specialized components using manual, semi‑automated, and automated equipment

• Following clear work instructions and quality procedures to ensure top‑notch results

• Using precision tools such as calipers and micrometers

• Rotating through various tasks and departments to continuously build new skills

• Maintaining safety and quality as your top priorities

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have a High School Diploma or GED (trade school or military experience is a plus)

• Are reliable with strong attendance and punctuality

• Are comfortable standing for 8-hour shifts and lifting or positioning parts up to 25 lbs.

• Are eager to learn and thrive in a team environment

• Previous experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or construction is helpful, but not required

What happens next

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to the next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what's next in your career is what we're all about, so let's get to work.

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.

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You’re looking to keep your career moving onward and upward, and we’re here to help you do just that. Our staffing experts connect you with top companies for opportunities where you can learn, grow, and thrive. Jobs that fit your skills and experience, and most importantly, fit right on your path of where you want to go in your career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

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 state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

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.