FLOATER OPERATOR

Spherion is looking for a self-motivated, dependable Machine Operator in Leesburg, FL to join a premier advanced manufacturing team.

In this dynamic cross-functional role, you won't be stuck doing just one repetitive task. You will be trained across critical production areas-including line operations, inspection, material handling, and mixing. If you thrive in a collaborative shop environment where people look out for one another and take pride in quality, this Machine Operator position in Leesburg, FL is the perfect place to build your industrial career.

Pay Rate: $18.30 per hour. Schedule: Monday to Friday (Must be open to any shift and mandatory overtime as needed)

As a Machine Operator, you will assist across multiple production stations to keep operations running smoothly and safely.

Responsibilities:

• Activate controls to start up and shut down the coating line; set wet film thickness according to Job Sheets and Standard Manufacturing Procedures (SMP).
• Assist with line changeovers, filter bag changes, back flush procedures, and loading/unloading master coils using power hoists or forklifts.
• Visually and physically inspect rubber-coated and adhesive materials for cosmetic flaws, bond failures, bubbles, or scratches; record findings on defect logs and Nonconforming Condition Reports (NCR).
• Use precision tools such as micrometers and calipers to verify material and glue thickness; log run speeds, chemical mixtures, and bond results in the Plexus system.
• Safely transport raw materials and finished coils using forklifts; add and monitor chemical solution levels in storage tanks; operate auxiliary mixing and grinding equipment.
• Keep machinery and work areas clean and orderly; carry out routine/general equipment maintenance; immediately alert team leads of any safety or quality concerns.

Working hours: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Various Shifts Available)

Skills:

• Prior experience operating continuous production lines, coating equipment, or chemical mixing stations.
• Familiarity with Plexus or comparable manufacturing execution systems (MES).
• Experience working in high-standard manufacturing environments (automotive, aerospace, or industrial coatings).

Work Environment This role operates in a production setting where you will regularly be exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level is typically moderate.

Education:

High School

Experience:

0-1 years

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Active forklift certification/license.
• Proven ability to use precision measuring tools, including micrometers and calipers.
• Basic computer and keyboarding literacy (experience entering data into ERP/tracking software).
• Solid foundational math skills (ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide units of measure; calculate rates, ratios, and percentages; interpret charts and graphs).
• Excellent mechanical aptitude with the ability to follow detailed written, oral, and diagrammatic instructions.
• Ability and willingness to work any continuous or fixed shift schedule, including weekends and mandatory overtime as production needs require.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand and walk for extended periods, and perform physical movements (bending, stooping, reaching, crouching) in a manufacturing environment near moving mechanical parts and heat.
• Motivated self-starter with exceptional reliability, dependable attendance, and an uncompromising commitment to safety.

Apply Today!

Take the next step in your manufacturing career as a Machine Operator in Leesburg, FL. Apply online now or contact your local Spherion team to get started!

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

key responsibilities

• Activate controls to start up and shut down the coating line; set wet film thickness according to Job Sheets and Standard Manufacturing Procedures (SMP).- Assist with line changeovers, filter bag changes, back flush procedures, and loading/unloading master coils using power hoists or forklifts.- Visually and physically inspect rubber-coated and adhesive materials for cosmetic flaws, bond failures, bubbles, or scratches; record findings on defect logs and Nonconforming Condition Reports (NCR).- Use precision tools such as micrometers and calipers to verify material and glue thickness; log run speeds, chemical mixtures, and bond results in the Plexus system.- Safely transport raw materials and finished coils using forklifts; add and monitor chemical solution levels in storage tanks; operate auxiliary mixing and grinding equipment.- Keep machinery and work areas clean and orderly; carry out routine/general equipment maintenance; immediately alert team leads of any safety or quality concerns.

experience 0-1 years

skills

• Prior experience operating continuous production lines, coating equipment, or chemical mixing stations.- Familiarity with Plexus or comparable manufacturing execution systems (MES).- Experience working in high-standard manufacturing environments (automotive, aerospace, or industrial coatings).Work EnvironmentThis role operates in a production setting where you will regularly be exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level is typically moderate.

qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.- Active forklift certification/license.- Proven ability to use precision measuring tools, including micrometers and calipers.- Basic computer and keyboarding literacy (experience entering data into ERP/tracking software).- Solid foundational math skills (ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide units of measure; calculate rates, ratios, and percentages; interpret charts and graphs).- Excellent mechanical aptitude with the ability to follow detailed written, oral, and diagrammatic instructions.- Ability and willingness to work any continuous or fixed shift schedule, including weekends and mandatory overtime as production needs require.- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand and walk for extended periods, and perform physical movements (bending, stooping, reaching, crouching) in a manufacturing environment near moving mechanical parts and heat.- Motivated self-starter with exceptional reliability, dependable attendance, and an uncompromising commitment to safety.

education High School