Machine Operator - Nights

Machine Operator - Nights

We're looking for a dependable Machine Operator to join our Night Shift team. If you enjoy handson work, have strong mechanical aptitude, and want to grow in a fastpaced manufacturing environment, this is a great opportunity. No experience? We will train you.

Compensation

Starting base pay is $21.90/hr.

• 2nd shift: $21.90 base + $.50/hr. shift differential = $22.40/hr.
• 3rd shift: $21.90 base + $1.00/hr. shift differential = $22.90
• Rotational 12-hours: $21.90 base + $1.31/hr. shift differential = $23.21/hr.

Night shift differentials:

• 8-hour traditional 2nd shift nights: +$.50/hr. shift differential
• 8-hour traditional 3rd sift nights: +$1.00/hr. shift differential
• 12hour rotating nights: +6% shift differential ($1.31/hr.)

Team Members on the rotating night schedule earn up to an additional $2,985.84 per year - or $114.84 more per biweekly paycheck - compared to day shift.

Work Schedule

• 2nd Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Monday – Friday
• 3rd Shift: 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM | Monday - Friday

OR take advantage of the Rotational 12-hour shift

• Rotating Night Shift: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM | 12-hour rotation (2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off and repeat)
• Benefits of working a Rotational 12-hour shift:
• • More time off: Enjoy 182 days off per year (double a traditional 8-hour schedule)
  • Long weekends: 3-day weekend every other week
  • Built-In overtime: 8 hours of overtime every two weeks
  • Consistent full-time work with predictable time off

Why Placon – You'll Love It Here

• Machine Operation is handson technical work where your skills matter
• Growth opportunities in thermoforming, quality, and process improvement
• Modern equipment and strong team support
• Competitive pay, great benefits, and stable fulltime hours
• A culture centered on safety, quality, and continuous improvement

What You'll Do

• Machine Operators set up, operate, and troubleshoot thermoforming equipment
• Ensure efficient setups and proper material usage
• Inspect machinery and tooling before production
• Identify and communicate quality issues
• Perform routine maintenance and housekeeping
• Follow LockOut/TagOut, GMP, SQF, and SPC requirements
• Complete shift documentation and communicate during shift handoff
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and wear required PPE
• Use a computer for basic production and quality tasks

What You Bring

• One (1) year of manufacturing experience (preferred – we will train)
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Ability to read, write, and speak English for training, safety, and quality requirements
• Ability to operate a forklift safely
• Ability to lift 35 –75 lbs. depending on task, with buddylift support for heavier items
• Ability to bend, stoop, climb, reach, twist, and stand for long periods
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to handle differing opinions and resolve conflict professionally while upholding The Placon Way

Does this sound like you?

If you feel that this job is what you're looking for, applying is a piece of cake - just follow the instructions on this page. Good luck!