Manufacturing Machine Operator

$17.50 - $18.50+ /Hour | Ashland, OH | 8-Hour Shifts

Pay: $17.50 - $18.50+ /hour (shift differential)
Location: Ashland, Ohio
Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire

Ready to Move Beyond Basic Production Work?

Spherion Mid Ohio is hiring Manufacturing Machine Operators in Ashland with opportunities available across all three shifts.

This is a great opportunity for someone who's mechanically inclined and ready to build stronger manufacturing skills. You'll operate production equipment, monitor quality, make basic adjustments, and help troubleshoot minor machine issues to keep production moving.

Already have machine operating experience? Great. Don't have the title yet but have manufacturing experience and strong mechanical aptitude? We'd like to hear from you too.

Available Shifts

1st Shift: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
2nd Shift: 3:00 PM–11:30 PM - Higher Shift Pay
3rd Shift: 11:00 PM–7:30 AM - Higher Shift Pay

Pay: $17.50 - $18.50+ /hour based on shift

Straightforward 8-hour shifts with overtime opportunities based on production needs.

What You'll Do

• Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment
• Set up and make basic machine adjustments
• Identify and troubleshoot minor equipment issues
• Perform measurements and quality checks
• Monitor finished products for accuracy and quality
• Package and label completed products
• Complete required production documentation
• Read and follow work instructions
• Operate additional production equipment as needed
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow established safety and quality procedures

What We're Looking For

• Previous manufacturing or machine operation experience is helpful
• Mechanical aptitude and basic problem-solving skills
• Comfortable learning new equipment and production processes
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Dependable attendance and consistent work habits
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed
• Willingness to work overtime when required
• No high school diploma or GED required

Why Apply?

• Choose from 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift
• Higher pay available on 2nd & 3rd shift
• Straightforward 8-hour shift schedules
• Build valuable machine operation and troubleshooting skills
• Opportunity to move beyond basic production work
• Bright, clean, safety-focused manufacturing environment
• Temp-to-hire opportunity with a path to permanent placement
• Weekly pay through Spherion
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance available Day 1
• Five days of Paid Time Off
• Referral Bonuses
• Scholarship Programs
• Employee Giveaways & Incentive Programs

Build Your Machine Operating Experience

If you're dependable, mechanically inclined, and ready to take the next step beyond basic production work, this could be your opportunity to develop valuable machine operation, troubleshooting, and quality experience.

Text: 877-200-5528
Call: 419-281-4600

Spherion Mid Ohio is an EEO/AA employer.