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Assistant Machine Operator

QPS Employment Group
Fort Atkinson, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/24/2026
Position Title: Assistant Machine Operator

Wage: $17.00/hour

Shift: 1st

Hours: 6:00am-2:00pm

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Machine Operator Assistant to support the manufacturing operations for a company in Fort Atkinson, WI. This is an excellent potential to hire opportunity for individuals who enjoy hands-on work, thrive in a team environment, and are eager to learn advanced machine operation skills within a fast-paced production setting.

Assistant Machine Operator Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and manufacturing standards
- Learn and assist with machine start-up, shut-down, emergency stop (E-Stop), ergonomic practices, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
- Read, understand, and accurately follow electronic and written work orders
- Perform production tasks according to standard work instructions and training requirements
- Inspect finished products using blueprints, measuring tools, and quality standards
- Identify and report defective materials, equipment concerns, or production issues to supervisors
- Meet or exceed production and efficiency goals while maintaining quality standards
- Participate in and support 5S workplace organization practices (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain)
- Complete production tasks according to manufacturing schedules with guidance from team leaders and supervisors
- Accurately complete production records, quality documentation, and report data
- Utilize the ERP system to log into assigned work centers, start and stop production orders, record acceptable and scrap quantities
- Report maintenance concerns and equipment issues promptly
- Support other departments and work areas as production needs change
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, and productivity
- Maintain excellent attendance and flexibility, including overtime when required
- Consistently demonstrate safe work habits and a positive team-oriented attitude

Assistant Machine Operator Requirements:
- Previous manufacturing, production, or machine operation experience is preferred
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain quality standards
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety
- Dependable with a strong work ethic and excellent attendance record
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate with employees at all levels
- Willingness to learn new equipment, processes, and production techniques
- Ability to stand and work on your feet for 8-10 hour shifts
- Frequent reaching, bending, twisting, pushing, and pulling
- Ability to frequently lift and move up to 30 pounds
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
- Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with moving machinery and varying production demands

IND103

QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!

Why Work with QPS?
- Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
- Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process

Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers! We will never ask you to pay a fee.

Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

 

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