Production Plant Operator (12h rotating shift)

Kelly Services; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Paid holidays and holiday pay

Transit spending account

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly Services in Huntsville, AL seeks a Production Plant Operator for a 3-month W2 contract (temp-to-hire). Shifts are 12 hours, rotating 7:00 AM–7:00 PM or 7:00 PM–7:00 AM, with two openings.

The role requires a high school diploma and active forklift and overhead crane certifications. You will log production data, monitor furnace status, perform basic inventory math, and follow safety procedures in an environment with PPE and extreme weather.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) with active Forklift and Overhead Crane certifications.
• Basic math for weights, temps, and time; computer proficiency for inventory tracking.
• Log production data, report issues, and communicate furnace status.

Skills

Basic math

Computer skills

Log data & reporting

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift certification

Overhead crane certification

Job description

Production Plant Operator

Job Details

• Location: Huntsville, AL 35603-6125

• Schedule: Mon to Fri, 12-hour rotating shifts (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM OR 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)

• Employment Type: W2 Contract (Temp-to-Hire, 3 months)

• Openings: 2 positions available

Physical Demands

• Lifting & Tools: Lift up to 50 lbs hourly; perform manual housekeeping (shoveling/pushing).

• Mobility & Equipment: Climb stairs/ladders every few hours; operate fine-motor machinery and maneuver mobile equipment in tight spaces daily.

• Environment: Extreme weather conditions with required PPE.

Required Qualifications

• Education & Certifications: High School Diploma (or equivalent); active Forklift and Overhead Crane certifications (OJT provided for specific equipment).

• Technical & Math: Basic math (weights, temps, time) and computer proficiency (spreadsheets/databases) for inventory tracking.

• Communication: Log production data, report issues, and communicate furnace status.

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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About Kelly

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