Machine Operator (Hiring Bonus $1,000)

About the role

We are seeking a Machine Operator to join our Indianapolis production team. The role involves operating plastics machine equipment, following safety and quality standards, and supporting daily production goals.

Responsibilities

• Operate plastics machine equipment and follow established work instructions, safety procedures, and quality standards during each shift.
• Load, unload, sort, stage, and move raw materials, components, and finished goods through the production process.
• Inspect in-process and completed plastic parts for quality, dimensions, defects, and conformance to specifications.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow site procedures for material handling, storage, and disposal.
• Support daily production goals by meeting assigned productivity targets and adjusting to changing manufacturing priorities as needed.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent combination of education, related experience and/or military experience.
• Ability to use basic computer systems to enter, review, or track production or quality information.
• Experience operating production machinery and performing routine maintenance (1+ year preferred).
• Experience with warehouse staging and inventory systems (e.g., handheld barcode scanners, basic WMS).
• Completed safety training such as OSHA-10 or equivalent and demonstrated ability to follow safety procedures.

How You’ll Work

• Rotating 1st shift 7a-7p / 3rd shift Mon-Fri 12a-8a.
• Eligible to earn shift differential pay when working second shift, third shift, or weekend day schedules.
• This role requires flexibility to work overtime, including weekends and holidays.
• This role requires frequent moving and/or carrying of materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• This role requires the ability to stand for a majority of the shift; safely lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds; lift above your shoulders; and climb, squat, kneel, twist, push, and bend frequently during each shift.

Sponsorship

To be considered for this role, you must currently possess valid and unrestricted U.S. work authorization. Individuals with temporary visas including, but not limited to, F-1 (OPT, CPT, STEM), H-1B, H-2, or TN, or any candidate requiring sponsorship, now or in the future, will not be considered for this role.