Located in St. Louis, MO
Pay: $18 - $24hr
Job Full Description
Job Title: Machine Operator
Pay Range: $18–$25/hour (based on experience)
Location: South County, MO
Employment Type: Contract, Contract-to-Hire, and Direct Hire
Shift Availability: 1st, 2nd, and some weekend shifts (varies by client)
About the Opportunity
We partner with several manufacturing and production facilities in South County, MO that are actively seeking reliable Machine Operators with experience. These companies are looking for operators who understand machine safety, can hold tolerances, and take pride in consistent production.
Core Responsibilities
(Specific machines vary by client, but qualified candidates will have experience in several of the following)
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Set up and operate production machinery in a manufacturing environment
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Operate press brakes, shears, punch presses, stamping presses, or packaging machines
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Load raw materials and unload finished parts or packaged product
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Read and follow work orders, blueprints, travelers, and job specs
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Make basic machine adjustments to maintain quality and throughput
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Perform in-process quality checks using calipers, micrometers, and gauges
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Identify defects and report issues to leads or supervisors
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Perform routine machine cleaning and basic preventative maintenance
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Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
Preferred Hard Skills
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1–3+ years of machine operating experience in manufacturing or production
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Hands-on experience with one or more of the following:
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Ability to read measurements, tolerances, and job specifications
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Experience using basic measuring tools (tape measure, calipers, micrometer)
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Strong understanding of machine safety and lockout/tagout procedures
Preferred Skills (Client-Dependent)
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CNC press brake experience
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Coil-fed or progressive stamping experience
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Changeover and setup experience
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Forklift or material handling experience
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Production or quality documentation experience
Work Environment
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Manufacturing and production shop floors
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Standing, bending, lifting up to 50 lbs
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Fast-paced, team-oriented environments with production goals
Why Work With Our Staffing Agency
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Multiple machine operator opportunities—we match skillsets to the right shop
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Long-term potential with companies that value dependable operators
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Weekly pay while on assignment
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Clear expectations before placement—no surprises
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Opportunities to advance into setup, lead, or skilled operator roles
Arnold, MO
2375
4409 Meramec Bottom Road
Suite I
St. Louis, MO 63129
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