What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead (Machine Operator) - Manufacturing position at Connect Staffing?
Connect Staffing is hiring a Production Lead for a vinyl manufacturing facility in Placentia, CA. This is a temp-to-hire position paying $20/hr, Monday–Friday with weekend flexibility required. In this role, you will oversee converting line operations — setting up and cleaning wet-end equipment, monitoring coating output, and correcting defects to maintain product quality. Up to 3 hours of overtime is available.
Pay: $20.00
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 2PM-10:30 PM must be flexible and available weekends
Location: Placentia, CA
Job Type: Temp-to-Hire
Primary workplace language(s): English
Work Environment: Manufacturing Plant / Factory
Responsibilities
- Set up and clean wet-end equipment including the coating head, pump, and filters at the start and end of each shift.
- Unload rolls from the casting line machine and move them to the appropriate staging area.
- Monitor the casting line for proper coating and film properties, and make process or equipment adjustments as needed.
- Identify coating defects and take corrective action to eliminate them.
- Inspect material for defects, flag questionable material, and notify the Quality Assurance department.
- Read shop orders, material part numbers, and weekly product schedules to guide production activities.
Minimum Requirements
- Minimum 6 months of recent manufacturing experience.
- 1 year of lead or supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience operating or monitoring a continuous casting or coating line.
- Familiarity with quality inspection processes and defect identification.
- Ability to read and interpret shop orders, part numbers, and production schedules.
- Experience working with industrial chemicals or environments with strong process odors.
- You may be a great fit if you've held any of these titles: Backup Lead, Shift Lead, Production Lead, Line Lead, Manufacturing Lead, Machine Operator, Casting Line Operator, Coating Line Operator, Production Supervisor, Floor Lead.
Pre-Employment Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally and frequently.
- Ability to work at a fast pace throughout the shift.
- Steel toe boots required
- Must be able to tolerate strong industrial process odors.
- Drug screen required.
- Background check required.
- E-Verify / work authorization required.
- Must communicate effectively in English.
Benefits
- Weekly pay.
- Direct deposit / Paycard.
- Health and dental benefits available.
- Earn referral bonuses.
- CalSavers retirement program available.
After you apply, please check your email for a short screening questionnaire from us. Candidates who complete it promptly will be reviewed faster.
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