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Machine Operator- 1st Shift

Peninsula Plastics Company Inc
Auburn, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 1/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/1/2026

Peninsula Plastics is looking for hard-working and motivated individuals to take on the role of Machine Operator.

Please read the following information about our position before clicking "Apply":

Location: Must be able to travel between our facilities in Pontiac and Auburn Hills (within 1 mile of each other)

Shift: 1st shift from 5:00 AM -3:30 PM Monday - Thursday

Optional Overtime Fridays/Saturdays

Pay: $17.00/hr

Description:

Our company specializes in manufacturing reusable plastic packaging and is a leader in the thermoforming industry. We are currently looking for motivated individuals to join our team as a Machine Operator.

Reports to: Team Leader and Supervisor
  
Responsibilities:

  • Operating air and hand tools including: routers, drills, scrapers, de-burring tools, and other basic hand tools
  • Operate machinery using established procedures
  • Load and unload equipment and materials
  • Maintaining a clean and organized work-station

Qualifications:

  • MINIMUM 3 years of experience in plant operations or other related fields
  • Familiarity with hand/power tools 
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand for 8 to 10 hours
  • Must be authorized to work in the Unites States
  • MUST HAVE A VEHICLE

Benefits:

  • Starting pay: $17.00/hr
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance after 60 days
  • 401k with 50% employer match up to 6% after 90 days
  • Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Paid Sick Leave 
  • Career advancement opportunities

Salary : $17

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