Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title Openings:

• Assembly/Production
• Machine Operator

Type of Role: Contract to Hire
Location: Austin, TX (North)
Pay

• Starting rate: $17/hour on day shift
• 90-day increase: Eligible for a $1.50/hour raise after 90 days based on performance and attendance
• 2nd & 3rd shifts: 10–20% shift differential

See schedule below for specific shift details.

• 1st Shift - 7:00a -3:30p M- F 
• E Shift 06:00a - 06:00p (Sun,Mon,Tue,Wed-Sun,Mon,Tue)
• 2nd shift - 3:00p - 11:15p M-F 

About the Job:

Join a dynamic operations team where you'll play a key role in operating, monitoring, and maintaining automated machinery in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position is perfect for candidates who thrive in hands-on roles and want to grow within machine operations.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Review production schedules and process instructions to operate equipment efficiently
• Set up machines by loading components, stencils, chemicals, and other required materials
• Start up, operate, and monitor automated equipment and peripheral hardware
• Perform quality checks and troubleshoot issues during the production process
• Record data for inventory management and statistical process control
• Conduct preventive maintenance and ensure equipment cleanliness during shutdown
• Follow safety protocols and ensure compliance with quality standards

Work Environment:

You will work in a manufacturing setting around moving mechanical parts. Exposure to repetitive motion, chemicals, electrical equipment, and variable shifts is expected. Noise levels are generally moderate.

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to stand, walk, and handle small components
• Must be able to lift up to 10 lbs regularly and up to 25 lbs occasionally
• Requires visual acuity for close work, color differentiation, and depth perception

Perks and Benefits:

While working as a Balance Staffing Associate, you will be able to take advantage of weekly pay, optional medical benefits, paid sick leave, and state-specific retirement saving options in accordance with state or local law.

Apply now and one of our recruiters will reach out to you!

Balance Staffing is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.
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