Skilled Machine Operators- Foundry and Tube Processing; 2nd Shift

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; South Lyon (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) match

Life & disability insurance

Paid time off

Boot allowance

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a Direct Hire Skilled Machine Operator / Production Operator for the 2nd shift in the South Lyon/Wixom, MI area. This hands‑on role supports hot mill, furnace, draw bench, and straightening operations with paid training and clear growth paths.

You will join a safety‑driven, high‑volume manufacturing team in a heavy industrial setting, starting at $23.33/hour with a shift premium and opportunities for increases and bonuses as you

Qualifications

• Strong attendance and reliability.
• Ability to work in a physical, industrial environment.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving ability.
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately - English ruler tolerances: 1/16th of an inch.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor industrial equipment used in steel tube manufacturing.
• Read and interpret measurements using standard tape measures with 1/16 inch tolerances.
• Maintain production quality and follow safety procedures.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and adjustments to keep production running.
• Work in a team‑oriented, high‑volume production environment.

Skills

Attendance

Reliability

Physical stamina

Math skills

Measurement reading

Mechanical aptitude

Tape measure reading

Job description

Direct Hire Skilled Machine Operator / Production Operator (2nd Shift)

South Lyon/Wixom, MI Area
Direct Hire | Paid Training | Career Growth

Express Employment is direct hiring for a leading manufacturer of high-quality steel tubing. Serving automotive, industrial, commercial, and defense industries. With over 180 employees and dual plant operations, the company supplies 1,700 tons of precision tubing monthly using hot and cold forming processes. This is aheavy industrial, hands‑on manufacturing environment.Join an established team with a strong focus on safety, stability, and long‑term career growth.

Position Overview:

We are hiring 20 Skilled Production Operators (Machine Operators)to support 2nd shift operations. These roles operate and support various heavy manufacturing equipment involved in tube processing—including hot mill, draw bench, furnace, and straightening operations.

Dire hire insights:Company hires for attitude, reliability, and mechanical aptitude—you will be placed into the best‑fit department after interview for training!

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor industrial equipment used in steel tube manufacturing
• Work with processes such as: Hot mill piercing and forming, Draw bench tube sizing, Heat treating and furnace operations, Tube straightening and cut‑off processing.
• Read and interpret measurements using standard tape measures (down to 1/16” tolerances)
• Maintain production quality and follow safety procedures
• Perform basic troubleshooting and adjustments to keep production running
• Work in ateam‑oriented, high‑volume production environment

Work Environment

• Heavy industrial steel manufacturing facility
• Conditions includeheat, dust, noise, and physical work
• Hands‑on role (not a “button pusher” job)
• Crane‑assisted lifting (minimal manual lifting—30 lbs max)
• PPE required:
• Steel toe boots (metatarsal protection required—allowance provided)
• Hard cap, vest, and safety gear provided

Schedule & Shift

• Training:1st Shift (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM)
• Permanent Shift:2nd Shift (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM)
• Overtime: Regular Saturday work based on production, Occasional extended shifts (10–11 hours typical), *No Sunday operations.

Compensation & Growth

• Starting Pay:$23.33/hour
• Shift Premium:+$0.60/hour (2nd shift)
• 30-Day Increase:up to $25.73/hour (depending on role)

Additional compensation:

• Annual bonus opportunities
• Profit sharing (based on company performance)

Benefits:

• BCBS Medical, Dental, Vision (80% employer‑paid)
• 401(k) with company match (up to 8%)
• Life insurance + disability coverage (company paid)
• Paid time off + sick time (earned immediately)
• Safety boot allowance ($225)

Training & Career Path

Paid, structured, hands‑on training:

• Hot Mill: ~4 months
• Furnace Operator: ~2 months
• Bench Operator: ~1 month
• Straightener Operator: ~1 month
• Crane Operator: ~3 weeks

Clear progression paths into:

• Higher-skilled operator roles
• Maintenance / skilled trades
• Technical specialist positions

Qualifications

Required:

• Strong attendance and reliability
• Ability to work in aphysical, industrial environment
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving ability
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately - English ruler tolerances: 1/16th of an inch

Preferred (not required):

• Manufacturing or construction experience
• Steel, metal forming, or machining background
• Experience in:
• Press operation, roll forming, or fabrication
• Heavy equipment or crane operation
• Automotive or industrial production

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