What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator position at Clarios?
Location: Canby, OR
Pay: $21.50/hr. starting base pay with the opportunity to earn an average of $24.00 /hr. through weekly incentive pay after the probationary period.
About The Plant
The Canby, OR facility has been in operation for over 50 years and employs more than 230 people. As a Fully Integrated Plant (FIP), it manufactures high-quality batteries for automotive and industrial markets. The facility is proud of its strong culture of growth, stability, and long-standing partnerships with the local community.
Who we are:
Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.
Veterans/Military Spouses:
We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.
A Note to Job Applicants: please be aware of scams being perpetrated through the Internet and social media platforms. Clarios will never require a job applicant to pay money as part of the application or hiring process.
To All Recruitment Agencies: Clarios does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Clarios employees or any other company location. Clarios is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.
Pay: $21.50/hr. starting base pay with the opportunity to earn an average of $24.00 /hr. through weekly incentive pay after the probationary period.
- Weekly pay
- Full wage progression over 5 years (up to $2.77/hr. increase from start rate)
- Shift Differentials: Swing $0.50, Graveyard $0.75, Continuous Days $1.00, Continuous Nights $2.00
- Graveyard: 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM or 11:30 PM – 8:00 AM (start up Sunday night)
- Swing: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time in accordance with company policy or applicable agreements
- Competitive health, dental, vision, life, home/auto purchase benefit, and HAS options available
- Quarterly bonus opportunity – up to 4% of annual pay
- Retirement contribution & 401k with match
- Fitness reimbursement program
- Free employee battery program
- Employee referral bonus program
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- Operate automated and semi-automated production machines to manufacture automotive batteries
- Make minor adjustments, diagnose equipment issues, and perform operator-level preventive maintenance
- Conduct visual inspections and required quality checks
- Keep accurate records of production and defects
- Maintain a safe, clean work environment and follow all safety protocols
- 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
- Comfortable working up to 12-hour days, including overtime and weekends as needed
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and twist for long periods
- Comfortable working in hot or cold environments
- Basic computer, math, reading, and writing skills
- Must be able to wear required PPE (respirator, coveralls, eyewear, boots, hearing protection)
About The Plant
The Canby, OR facility has been in operation for over 50 years and employs more than 230 people. As a Fully Integrated Plant (FIP), it manufactures high-quality batteries for automotive and industrial markets. The facility is proud of its strong culture of growth, stability, and long-standing partnerships with the local community.
Who we are:
Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.
Veterans/Military Spouses:
We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.
A Note to Job Applicants: please be aware of scams being perpetrated through the Internet and social media platforms. Clarios will never require a job applicant to pay money as part of the application or hiring process.
To All Recruitment Agencies: Clarios does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Clarios employees or any other company location. Clarios is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.
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