Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Machine Operator
Reports to: Production Manager
Job Type: Temporary-to-Permanent
Pay Rate: $17.00–$19.00 per hour (based on experience)

Position Summary
We are seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Machine Operator to join our production team. This is a full-time temp-to-perm opportunity. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, a team player, and committed to maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.

Key Responsibilities
Production & Operations

• Set up, operate, and package products from extrusion equipment.
• Dismantle extruders for cleaning and maintenance.
• Assist in the startup and fine-tuning of production lines, including trial runs for new products.
• Start up and shut down production equipment, including cooling systems, compressors, and facility lighting.
• Monitor material levels and perform silo or Big Bag changes as needed.
• Load and unload materials and finished goods using a wheel loader or forklift.
• Receive and verify bulk material deliveries, including signing transport documentation.

Quality Assurance

• Understand and adhere to customer quality standards and specifications.
• Conduct routine quality checks and tests (impact testing, drop dart testing, dimensional measurements, etc.).
• Record production quantities, quality results, and scrap data in the ERP system.
• Report any product, material, or equipment deviations to the Production Manager.

Workplace Safety & Cleanliness

• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Follow all safety protocols and report near misses, injuries, or unsafe conditions.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation throughout and at the end of each shift.
• Properly sort and dispose of production waste and scrap.

Team Collaboration & Communication

• Support team members and maintain a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Provide thorough handovers at shift changes to ensure smooth operation and product continuity.
• Participate actively in continuous improvement activities and LEAN/whiteboard meetings.
• Communicate with the Production Manager regarding workload availability or capacity for additional responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or machine operation role preferred.
• Familiarity with basic material types (PVC, PE, PP) is a plus.
• Ability to operate forklifts or wheel loaders (certification preferred but not required).
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Basic computer skills for ERP data entry.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English.

Company Description

About Long's Human Resource Services

At Long’s, our people are our greatest asset. We’ve been serving Mobile and Baldwin Counties – and the entire Gulf Coast area – since 1948. With this experience, we bring unparalleled knowledge of the area markets, and this knowledge translates to the best possible job fit for companies and employees.

Company Description

About Long's Human Resource Services\r\n\r\nAt Long’s, our people are our greatest asset. We’ve been serving Mobile and Baldwin Counties – and the entire Gulf Coast area – since 1948. With this experience, we bring unparalleled knowledge of the area markets, and this knowledge translates to the best possible job fit for companies and employees.