1st Shift Machine Operator
Manufacturing & ProductionMachine Operator
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Requirements Summary
● Set up, calibrate, operate, and monitor production machinery● Fill, seal, and package liquid products with accuracy● Perform machine adjustments, changeovers,
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Manufacturing & ProductionMachine Operator
SMS Staffing is Hiring: Machine Operator near Columbia, IL!
Job Title: Machine Operator
Location: Columbia, IL
Job Type: Temp to Hire
Pay: $19.00/ hr.
Shift: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Monday to Thursday
● Set up, calibrate, operate, and monitor production machinery
● Fill, seal, and package liquid products with accuracy
● Perform machine adjustments, changeovers, diagnose and basic troubleshooting
● Conduct quality checks to ensure proper fill levels and product quality
● Use hand tools and measuring instruments as needed
● Maintain production records and follow work instructions
● Lift to 50 lbs regularly (occasionally 100+ lbs with assistance)
Qualifications for the Machine Operator role:
● At least 6 months of machine operator experience required
● Experience in a production or manufacturing environment
● Ability to follow instructions and maintain quality standards
● Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on role
● Strong attention to detail and reliability
Perks:
● Weekly pay
● Bonuses
● PTO
● Overtime opportunities
● Growth potential
● Safe and supportive work environment
Join the SMS Staffing Team!
It takes more than top-notch facilities, modern equipment, and innovative technologies to become our customers’ most trusted supplier. It takes people who are committed to our customers’ success and who are willing to go the extra mile to get the job done right.
#SMS
Job Title: Machine Operator
Location: Columbia, IL
Job Type: Temp to Hire
Pay: $19.00/ hr.
Shift: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Monday to Thursday
SMS Staffing is looking for experienced Machine Operators to join a manufacturing team near Columbia, IL! If you have at least 6 months of machine operating experience, this is your chance to put your skills to work, earn competitive pay, and enjoy a schedule that gives you Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays off!
● Set up, calibrate, operate, and monitor production machinery
● Fill, seal, and package liquid products with accuracy
● Perform machine adjustments, changeovers, diagnose and basic troubleshooting
● Conduct quality checks to ensure proper fill levels and product quality
● Use hand tools and measuring instruments as needed
● Maintain production records and follow work instructions
● Lift to 50 lbs regularly (occasionally 100+ lbs with assistance)
Qualifications for the Machine Operator role:
● At least 6 months of machine operator experience required
● Experience in a production or manufacturing environment
● Ability to follow instructions and maintain quality standards
● Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on role
● Strong attention to detail and reliability
Perks:
● Weekly pay
● Bonuses
● PTO
● Overtime opportunities
● Growth potential
● Safe and supportive work environment
Join the SMS Staffing Team!
It takes more than top-notch facilities, modern equipment, and innovative technologies to become our customers’ most trusted supplier. It takes people who are committed to our customers’ success and who are willing to go the extra mile to get the job done right.
#SMS
Location & Eligibility
Where is the job
Columbia, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US
About this job
- Pay per year
- ≈ $39,520 a year
- 14% below the $45,760 median for Machine Operator jobs on Jobera (423 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- 3 days ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- November 2, 2026
- First seen
- November 2, 2026
- Last seen
- November 5, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 2
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 66%
- Scored at
- November 5, 2026
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