Located in Wallingford, CT
Pay: $$21/hr-$26/hr DOE
Job Full Description
Ready to take your machine operating experience to the next level? Express Employment Professionals is hiring a Machine Operator II. In this role, you'll set up and run advanced processing equipment, operate cranes and forklifts, and make sure every order meets spec, all on a Monday–Friday day shift that keeps your evenings and weekends free.
If you have machine operation experience, take pride in quality work, and want a dependable place to grow into a leadership role, we want to hear from you.
7am to 3:30pm Monday-Friday $21/hr-$26/hr DOE
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and run advanced processing machinery to cut and process metal to work order specifications.
- Operate and maintain cranes, forklifts, and other material handling equipment.
- Inspect product before and during processing, record measurements, and segregate scrap and non-conforming material.
- Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and keep the work area clean, safe, and organized.
- Complete production logs, communicate with sales on order changes, and train or direct others when needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- 1–2 years of machine operation experience.
- Must be certified in (or able to become certified in) the material handler position.
- Ability to use handheld measuring tools, do basic math, and lift up to 40 lbs.
- Preferred: warehouse experience in the metals industry, forklift experience, and computer skills.
Why Someone Would Want This Job
- Strong pay: $21–$26/hr depending on experience, roughly $44K–$54K a year full-time before overtime.
- Great schedule: 1st shift, Monday through Friday, so evenings and weekends stay free.
- A step up: As a level II role, it rewards experience with more skilled, hands-on machine work and a voice in improving processes.
- Leadership path: Training and directing others builds experience toward lead operator, setup tech, or supervisor roles.
Meriden, CT
2671
1501 East Main Street
Suite 102
Meriden, CT 06450
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