Skilled Machine Operator | $19-$24/hr. | Direct Hire

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Skilled Machine Operator | Permanent Night Shift 7p-7a | $19-$24 /hr. | Direct Hire

Permanent Night Shift (7p-7a) Opportunity | Training Conducted on 1st Shift (7a-7p)

Spherion Mid Ohio's Professional Division is partnered with a well-established organization in New Philadelphia, Ohio seeking skilled Machine Operators to join their production team. This direct hire opportunity offers long-term career stability, structured training, competitive compensation, and opportunities for future advancement.

This is not a basic production role. The ideal candidate will bring strong mechanical aptitude, math skills, attention to detail, and the ability to read and follow detailed job orders in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out
Permanent night shift position in specialized production environment
Direct hire opportunity with long-term growth potential
Competitive pay from $19 to $24/hr, based on experience
Structured training program for candidates with strong transferable skills
Opportunity to advance into lead or supervisory roles

Key Responsibilities
The Skilled Machine Operator will be responsible for setting up, operating, and troubleshooting high-speed production equipment used to create finished products.

Responsibilities include:
• Set up and operate specialized production machinery
• Read and follow detailed job orders and production specifications
• Make machine adjustments for setup, quality, and production accuracy
• Monitor production runs to ensure efficiency and quality standards
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and make adjustments as needed
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment
• Pull, inspect, and review product samples throughout production
• Lead or direct a small crew during production runs
• Maintain a safe, organized, and productive work area

What We're Looking For
Qualified candidates should have:
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Machine operating experience in a skilled production environment
• Experience with machine setup, adjustments, troubleshooting, or changeovers
• Ability to read job orders, work instructions, and basic machine documentation
• Intermediate math skills
• Experience using rulers, calipers, or other measuring devices
• Ability to use hand tools for setup and adjustment
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Ability to problem-solve in real time
• Strong attendance and reliability
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to lead, direct, or support a small production crew

Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate may come from a background in:
• Printing or bindery operations
• Packaging or converting
• High-speed manufacturing
• CNC or precision machine operation
• Skilled machine setup, troubleshooting, and changeover environments
• Industrial maintenance or mechanically intensive manufacturing environments
Candidates with strong transferable mechanical, production, and troubleshooting skills are encouraged to apply.

Schedule
Permanent Night Shift Position
Selected candidates will complete training on day shift (7a-7p) before transitioning to their permanent night shift (7p-7a) assignment .
Schedule details include:
• Training conducted on day shift (7a-7p)
• Permanent placement on night shift (7p-7a)
• Overtime may be available or required based on production needs

Compensation and Benefits
• $19 to $24/hr, based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Long-term growth potential

Why This Role
This is a strong opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on machine operation, mechanical problem-solving, and taking ownership of production quality. The company is willing to train the right person with strong aptitude, reliability, and a desire to build a long-term career in a specialized skilled role with opportunities for future growth and advancement.

This position is permanently assigned to night shift following completion of training on day shift.