Machine Operator

Category: Light Industrial
Location: Knoxville, TN 37934
Pay: $18.00 Hourly
Posted: 1 month ago
Status: Open

Description

Machine Operator

Firearm company in west Knoxville seeking 1st and 2nd shift Machine Operators.

Company Profile

We are seeking a diligent and skilled Machine Operator to support our production operations. This role is essential for maintaining efficient machine performance, ensuring product quality, and handling materials with precision.

What's in it for you?

Elwood Staffing associates are eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package plus an exclusive savings program, including:

  • Medical/Vision/Dental/Rx plans
  • Holiday Pay
  • Teladoc (online care)
  • Referral Bonus Incentive
  • Weekly Pay
  • 401k
  • And More!

Machine Operator Details:

  • Temp-to-Hire position
  • $18.00 /hour
  • Full Time work available
  • Various shifts available (Monday through Thursday from 06:30am to 03:30am)

**Schedule:** -1st shift Monday - Thursday, 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM-2nd shift Monday – Thursday 5:00 PM-3:30 AM-OT on Friday if available**Overview:**We are seeking a diligent and skilled Machine Operator to support our production operations. This role is essential for maintaining efficient machine performance, ensuring product quality, and handling materials with precision. Join our team for a consistent schedule in a dynamic manufacturing environment.**Key Responsibilities:*** **Machine Operation & Monitoring:** Operate and continuously monitor machinery during production cycles to ensure optimal performance, accuracy, and adherence to safety standards. Make minor adjustments as needed to maintain efficiency.* **Quality Control:** Perform detailed inspections of finished workpieces using engineering blueprints and precision measuring tools, such as micrometers and calipers, to verify compliance with strict specifications. Document any deviations or quality issues.* **Material Management:** Accurately load, secure, and align various raw materials (e.g., steel, plastic) into machinery, preparing for efficient production runs and minimizing waste.

Machine Operator Qualifications:

  •  1+ years experience as a Machine Operator in a production or manufacturing setting.
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering blueprints or technical drawings.
  • Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments, including micrometers and calipers, for quality inspection.
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
  • Applicant may be subject to a background check
  • Pre-employment drug screen is required as a condition of employment

*A conviction record will not necessarily prevent you from being employed. You will be required to complete and submit a questionnaire. We will consider your age at the time of the offense, when the offense occurred, the seriousness and the nature of the offense, as well as any rehabilitation to determine your employability.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and celebrate diversity at all levels of our organization.

How to Apply:

Visit, email, call, or text us today! Walk-ins are welcome! Feel free to apply online at www.elwoodjobs.com!

Knoxville, TN

10945 Kingston Pike

Knoxville, TN 37934

(865) 643-8333

knoxville.tn@elwoodstaffing.com

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