Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Think the best job opportunities are far away? Think again. Great opportunities are right here in your backyard. Kelly® is looking for a Machine Operator to work at a Premier Manufacturing Client in Kirkville, NY. Let us help you grow at work and discover the next step in your career, all while being a vital part of your community.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $18.00 per hourShift: M-Thur 6am-4:30pmWhy you should apply to be Machine Operator:

• Competitive pay rate with opportunity for growth
• Safe, clean, and organized workplace with strong safety protocols
• Join a leading manufacturing team known for quality and reliability
• Work full-time hours with a steady schedule
• Supportive management and on-the-job training available

What’s a typical day as Machine Operator? You’ll be:

• Loading production equipment with raw materials and ensuring proper feed mechanism operation
• Monitoring machine operation and reporting any irregularities to experienced operators or supervisors
• Verifying part quality by measuring parts according to inspection plans and entering SPC data
• Alerting Quality Control or supervisors about any concerns regarding part quality
• Maintaining and lubricating machine tools and equipment as needed
• Completing all required paperwork including routing cards, tool change logs, and count sheets
• Properly identifying parts and entering production data into information systems
• Moving parts to proper locations after machining and verifying quality
• Communicating essential information for smooth shift transitions
• Performing minor tool adjustments/changes as necessary to maintain part quality
• Maintaining a neat and orderly work area and performing daily safety inspections

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Possess short-term trade schooling or on-the-job training 
• Are exposed to factory environments and eager to learn machine operations
• Can lift up to 35 lbs frequently and occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Are comfortable with continual standing, walking, bending, stooping, and repetitive motion
• Can read and understand blueprints and inspection plans 
• Are able to use precision measuring gauges (micrometers, calipers) and hand tools
• Are able to use computers for production data entry
• Are committed to following safety policies including PPE, lockout/tag out, fire response, ergonomics, and proper lifting

What happens next

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be Machine Operator today!

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly

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