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Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

Job Title: Machine AssistantIndustry: ManufacturingLocation: Springfield, MOShift: 3rd shift, 11pm to 7am (Sunday shift starts 11pm)Interview Process: Site tour requiredClient OverviewYou'd be joining a large manufacturing operation that makes packaging products used by companies across many industries. It's a full line production environment, meaning the plant runs multiple connected steps to turn raw material into finished product. This is a hands on shop floor role in a facility that runs around the clock.Top 3 SkillsMachine operation and setup in a manufacturing environmentBasic troubleshooting and routine maintenance using hand toolsProduction data entry and recordkeeping using computer systemsWhat You'll DoHelp set up, calibrate, and run manufacturing equipmentCheck production quality against specificationsDo routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting with hand toolsEnter production data, downtime, and maintenance records into computer systemsTalk with teammates and supervisors to solve problems and hit production goalsFollow set processes closely to keep production on scheduleSupport different positions across the facility as neededHelp train others on processes as you gain experienceFollow all safety protocols on the floorWork safely to help the team make quality product on timeWhat We Need From You2 to 3 years of steady, consistent work historyAble to work any shift in a 3 shift rotation, plus up to 4 hours of overtime before or after a scheduled shift (up to 12 hours total), including weekendsAble to read a tape measure and do basic shop mathAble to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs, use stairs, stand, walk, and bend for a full shift, with or without reasonable accommodationAble to work in a non climate controlled space that gets hot and humid in summer and fallPreferred / BonusPrior full line manufacturing experienceAbout ElevaitElevait Solutions was founded by veterans who believe that how you treat people is the only thing that actually matters in this industry. We're a team that stays in your corner before, during, and after placement. We show up for the communities we work in, we tell you the truth, and we work hard to make sure every placement is a good fit for both sides. If that sounds like the kind of team you want behind you, we'd like to talk.Buzzwords: machine, machinery, equipment, operator, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, tools, quality, production, manufacturing, documentation, data, computerTop 3 LinkedIn Job Titles: Machine Operator, Production Associate, Manufacturing AssociateInternal Market RecapManufacturing/production associate roles in this pay band are common across corrugated packaging and consumer goods manufacturing. $21.03/hr is competitive for 3rd shift full line work, and the overtime/rotation requirement plus hot/humid non climate controlled conditions is standard for this facility type. Temp to hire structure with site tour requirement is typical for this client. No standout skill scarcity here — the main differentiators are attendance reliability and willingness to work rotating/overtime shifts, not technical skill gaps.Boolean Search String(machine OR machinery OR equipment) AND (operator OR operation OR operating OR technician) AND (maintenance OR troubleshoot OR troubleshooting) AND (production OR manufacturing) AND (quality OR inspection OR inspecting) AND (data OR documentation OR recordkeeping OR computer)