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Production Machine Operator

$18 per hour

Express Employment Professionals

Job Description

Job Description

Production Associate — 3-Day Work Week, $18/hr + Overtime (Federal Facility)

Schedule: Fixed 12-hour shifts, 5:00 AM – 6:00 PM

  • Rotation A: Sun–Tues (plus every other Wed)
  • Rotation B: Thurs–Sat (plus every other Wed)
  • Only ~3–4 days on per week — enjoy 3+ days off while still earning full-time hours with overtime.

Pay: $18.00/hr base, with regular overtime opportunities to boost weekly earnings.
Type: Full-Time

About the role: 
Join the production team at a secure federal manufacturing facility. You'll help keep operations running by loading and unloading production equipment, monitoring machinery, and supporting a safe, efficient workflow. It's steady, full-time work with real stability and room to grow.

What you'll do

  • Load and unload production equipment safely and efficiently
  • Operate and monitor machinery
  • Perform routine equipment checks and basic maintenance
  • Follow all safety and quality standards
  • Work with your team to hit production goals
  • Flag equipment issues or safety concerns to your supervisor

What we're looking for

  • Manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial experience a plus (we'll train the right person)
  • Comfortable with 12-hour shifts, including some weekends and holidays
  • Strong attention to detail and a safety-first mindset
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stay active throughout your shift
  • Reliable and adaptable in a fast-paced setting

What you'll get

  • $18/hr plus consistent overtime
  • Health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan
  • Stable, year-round work at a federal facility
  • Real opportunities to advance

Please note (federal facility requirements) 
This position is at a government facility and requires passing a comprehensive background check and a pre-employment drug screen (including THC). These are conditions of the federal contract.

Company Description

Express Employment Professionals of Mesa, AZ is a leading staffing provider helping job seekers find work with a wide variety of local businesses.

Because we're locally owned, we live in and work in this community and have a vested interest in its success. In addition to our staffing services, our team is actively involved with a wide variety of causes and organizations that help strengthen our beautiful city.

Our Vision:
To help as many people as possible find good jobs by helping as many clients as possible find good people.

Company Description

Express Employment Professionals of Mesa, AZ is a leading staffing provider helping job seekers find work with a wide variety of local businesses.\r\n\r\nBecause we're locally owned, we live in and work in this community and have a vested interest in its success. In addition to our staffing services, our team is actively involved with a wide variety of causes and organizations that help strengthen our beautiful city.\r\n\r\nOur Vision:\r\nTo help as many people as possible find good jobs by helping as many clients as possible find good people.

Vacancy posted 6 days ago
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