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Machine Operator

PlacersElkton, MDL3 JuniorSeptember 6th, 2026
*Placers Company Description: *With a team of passionate staffing experts, high-powered hiring tools, and a wide network of clients and positions, when businesses need talent and job seekers are searching for the perfect opportunity, they turn to Placers. With Placers, you'll never be “just another resume”. Placers values everyone. We like you the way you are. We are committed to creating an environment where anyone, from any background, can do their best work and make Placers better. From day one, we’re invested in your success and work closely with you to understand your unique goals. We are committed to being a consultant to businesses and a coach to the workforce by not settling for “good enough” and ensuring you are receiving Nth degree service! If you’re a job seeker, apply today, and allow us to ignite the spark between businesses and next-level talent! *Client Overview: * Placers is seeking a Machine Operator for our premier client site located in Elkton, Maryland. The ideal candidate will be quality minded, productive and reliable. The candidate’s primary responsibility will be to operate multiple machines that produce tape-wrapped cores that are needed to manufacture MW bulk cables and assemblies. *Pay Rate: *$21/hr *Hours:* * 3rd Shift: Sun-Thurs, 10pm-6:30am *Responsibilities:* * Operate and manage multiple tapewrap machines simultaneously to meet daily production needs * Perform consistent in-process quality checks and maintain a proven track record of quality workmanship * Strictly follow all standard operating procedures and process documentation * Troubleshoot and maintain manufacturing process equipment using mechanical aptitude * Learn secondary commitments and cross-train when business allows to increase overall performance and support career development *Required Qualifications:* * Demonstrated ability to follow process documentation * Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and maintain process equipment * Good mechanical aptitude * Good communication skills (verbal and written) * Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment * Ability to operate multiple machines in a fast paced, ever changing environment * Must be flexible to work weekends and/or overtime when needed * Must be flexible to work across two shifts and move if required by business needs * Demonstrated ability to adapt to change * Ability to lift 25 pounds *Desired Qualifications: * * Bulk Cable Manufacturing experience * Basic computer skills *Equal Employment Opportunity* Placers will recruit, hire, train and promote individuals, as well as administer any and all personnel actions, without regard to individual’s race, religion, creed or color, national origin, ancestry, mental and/or physical disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, or other characteristics protected by law. Placers will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals and will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is prohibited. *Diversity and Inclusion Promise* At Placers, we will continue to make our workplaces trusting places to have complex and sometimes difficult conversations about diversity and inclusion. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $21.00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Referral program * Vision insurance Education: * High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: * Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred) Shift availability: * Day Shift (Preferred) * Night Shift (Preferred) * Overnight Shift (Preferred) Work Location: In person