Now hiring for a Machine Operator
Location: Piqua, OH
Pay Rate: $19.40 per hour
Available Shifts:
- 2nd Shift: Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- 3rd Shift: Monday–Friday, 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM
Crank It Up: We’re Hiring Machine Pros Like You.
Looking for Machine Operator jobs in Piqua where dependable work keeps production moving? This opportunity lets you operate manufacturing equipment, monitor product quality, and help produce consistent results in a safe, fast-paced production environment.
If your skills and experience are a good match for this role, please apply today. This opportunity is based on a Machine Operator career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.
Education Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Technical training or manufacturing education is beneficial.
Experience Requirements
- Previous manufacturing, machine operation, or production experience preferred.
- Basic computer skills required for data entry and production tracking.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work safely in a hot, industrial environment.
Job Duties
- Operate welding wire production and spooling machines.
- Remove completed wire spools from equipment and prepare them for shipment.
- Bag, label, staple, and package finished products.
- Stack completed products onto skids for transport.
- Monitor machine performance and product quality throughout production.
- Add flux (powder lubricant) as needed during the manufacturing process.
- Perform quality inspections to ensure products meet specifications.
- Butt weld wire together and re-thread machines when wire breaks occur.
- Cross-train on drawbench equipment that forms flat steel into tubular shapes.
- Enter production and quality data into computer systems.
Physical Capabilities
- Frequently lift and move spools weighing up to 60 pounds.
- Perform repetitive lifting, bending, and material handling throughout the shift.
- Stand and walk for extended periods.
- Work in a hot, dusty, and industrial manufacturing environment.
- Ability to safely work around moving machinery and production equipment.
Benefits
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
- Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
- Safety-Focused Manufacturing Environment with opportunities for training and advancement.
“They care about me. They send out work reminders that help me get to work on time.” -Eunice, Staffmark Associate
Run the machines, run your future. Apply today.
What You Will Do
As a Machine Operator you will operate, monitor, adjust, and maintain manufacturing equipment to produce quality products according to production schedules and established procedures. You will inspect finished products, replenish materials, identify equipment issues, perform routine machine checks, maintain production records, and support safe, efficient manufacturing operations.
The Machine Operator plays an important role in manufacturing by operating equipment that supports efficient production and consistent product quality. This position requires mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to monitor equipment throughout the production process.
Successful Machine Operator candidates understand manufacturing procedures, quality standards, and safe operating practices while helping maintain reliable production performance. Consistent execution contributes directly to operational success.
This role rewards individuals who enjoy equipment operation and production environments.