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Machine Operator - Automated Equipment - 3rd Shift

Kelly
Middletown, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/7/2026 CLOSED ON 11/6/2026

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Machine Operator – Automated Equipment

Location: Middletown, PA

Pay Rate: $21.25/hr

Shift: 3rd Shift | Sunday - Thursday | 10:30PM - 7:00AM

Job Summary

We are seeking a reliable and mechanically inclined Machine Operator to join our 3rd Shift manufacturing Automation team. This position is responsible for operating and monitoring automated production equipment, maintaining quality standards, troubleshooting basic machine issues, and ensuring production goals are met safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate has previous experience operating automated machinery, production equipment, CNC equipment, or similar manufacturing systems. Candidates with strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to learn automated equipment are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

  • Operate and monitor automated manufacturing equipment throughout the production process.
  • Set up and adjust machines according to established procedures and production requirements.
  • Monitor machine performance and product quality.
  • Perform routine inspections and make basic machine adjustments as needed.
  • Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and report more complex problems to the appropriate team.
  • Load materials/components into automated equipment and remove finished products.
  • Perform quality checks according to established specifications.
  • Maintain accurate production and quality records.
  • Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.
  • Follow all company safety, quality, and production procedures.
  • Meet established production and efficiency goals.
  • Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

  • Previous machine operation or automated equipment experience preferred.
  • Manufacturing, CNC, assembly, or mechanical experience is a plus.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to read and follow work instructions and production documentation.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks.
  • Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential.
  • Must be comfortable working 3rd shift.

Why You'll Love Working Here

  • Health, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Onsite cafeteria and gym
  • Attendance bonus opportunities
  • Opportunity to grow your manufacturing career

If you have experience working with wires, cables, or electrical components and are looking for a stable 3rd shift opportunity, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and take the next step in your manufacturing career.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice.

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