Skilled Machine Operator

Kelly Services; Halls (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible scheduling

Training and advancement

Holiday pay plans

Retirement savings plan

Safety-focused environment

Job summary

Kelly Services is hiring a Machine Operator – Aluminum Manufacturing in Halls, TN. You will assist with operating, monitoring, and maintaining production equipment across extrusion, anodizing, fabrication, saw/cutting, packing, and related processes to ensure quality and safe operations.

This full-time role offers $18 per hour, potential overtime, a safety-focused environment, and opportunities for training and advancement within a growing aluminum manufacturing operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; GED preferred.
• Detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and able to follow instructions.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, push, pull, and lift during shift.
• Basic math, reading, and measurement skills.
• Willingness to wear PPE and work overtime or different shifts.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and support production machines including extrusion presses, anodizing lines, fabrication equipment, CNC machines, saws, and punch presses.
• Load, unload, move, stage, and inspect aluminum parts or finished products.
• Follow detailed work instructions, production schedules, and safety rules.
• Assist with machine setup, changeovers, tooling, dies, fixtures, racks, or materials as trained.
• Inspect parts for defects, perform basic quality checks, and record production data.
• Keep work area clean and report equipment or quality issues promptly.
• Work as part of a team to meet production goals and quality standards.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Safety-conscious

Basic math

Ability to stand

Team player

Forklift experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Machine Operator – Aluminum Manufacturing

Location: Halls, TN

Pay Rate: $18

Shift: 6am-6pm Monday-Friday (may be required to work 8 hours on Saturday)

Are you ready to grow, learn, and work in a safety-focused team environment? Join us as a Machine Operator and build your career in the expanding aluminum manufacturing industry!

Why You Should Apply

• Competitive pay rate with shift and skill-based compensation
• Training and opportunities for advancement
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Full-time, stable employment in a reputable, safety-focused company
• Gain skill with a variety of industry-leading equipment
• Safety, quality, and employee growth at every step!

Position Summary

Machine Operators are responsible for assisting with operating, monitoring, and maintaining a range of production equipment used in aluminum extrusion, anodizing, fabrication, saw/cutting, packing, and related manufacturing processes. You’ll play a key role in ensuring quality products, safe production, and efficient manufacturing operations.

Typical Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and support production machines including extrusion presses, anodizing lines, fabrication equipment, CNC machines, saws, and punch presses.
• Load, unload, move, stage, and inspect aluminum parts or finished products.
• Follow detailed work instructions, production schedules, and safety rules.
• Assist with machine setup, changeovers, tooling, dies, fixtures, racks, or materials as trained.
• Inspect parts for defects, inaccurate dimensions, finish issues, or quality concerns using basic measuring tools.
• Record production information, scrap, downtime, and quality checks as needed.
• Keep your work area clean and organized, reporting any equipment or quality issues promptly.
• Work as part of a team to meet production goals and quality standards.
• Communicate issues clearly with supervisors, maintenance, and quality departments.

Types of Assignments

Positions may include:

• Extrusion Machine Operator
• Anodizing Line Operator
• Fabrication Machine Operator
• Saw / Cutting Operator
• Packing / Material Handling Operator
• Quality Support Operator
• Skilled Machine Operator

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; GED preferred
• Manufacturing, production, machine operation, warehouse, or industrial experience preferred—but entry-level candidates with strong attendance and willingness to learn are welcome!
• Detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and able to follow instructions
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, push, pull, and lift during the shift
• Basic math, reading, and measurement skills
• Willingness to wear required PPE (safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe shoes, etc.)
• Willingness to work overtime or different shifts as needed
• Forklift experience a plus

Preferred Experience

Candidates with backgrounds in:

• Aluminum extrusion
• Metal fabrication
• Anodizing/metal finishing
• CNC machine operation
• Saw or punch press operation
• Automotive/industrial production
• Quality inspection
• Warehouse/material handling

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to stand and walk for long periods
• Able to lift, push, and move materials as required
• Work around production machines, noise, heat, chemicals, and metal materials
• Wear required PPE at all times
• Safe, team-focused manufacturing environment

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• telemedicine
• term life
• whole life
• accident insurance
• critical illness
• a legal plan
• short-term disability
• retirement savings plan
• service bonus
• holiday pay plans
• transit spending account
• paid sick leave

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 AffInditive 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.