1st General Labor
Listed on 2026-09-21
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Associate / Production Line, Machine Operator, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
1st Shift General Laborer
Job DescriptionWe are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team on the 1st shift, from 7 am to 3:15 pm. The role involves operating and monitoring plastic conversion machinery to ensure efficient production, inspecting products for quality and consistency, and performing basic machine adjustments. You will be responsible for packaging finished products according to company standards while maintaining a clean and organized workstation.
Adherence to safety guidelines and company procedures is essential.
- Operate and monitor plastic conversion machinery.
- Inspect products for quality and consistency.
- Perform basic machine adjustments and report malfunctions.
- Package finished products according to company standards.
- Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
- Follow all safety guidelines and company procedures.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs regularly.
- Basic math skills (counting, measuring, simple calculations).
- Ability to work independently while managing machine operations.
- Comfortable working in warm or high-heat environments.
- Capable of working in a fast-paced production setting.
- Strong attention to detail and reliability.
Skills & Qualifications
- Previous manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
- Self-motivated and able to stay on task independently.
- Strong time management skills.
- Team-oriented with good communication skills.
- Safety-focused mindset.
- Ability to read a tape measure.
- Experience in plastic manufacturing is a plus.
Join a family-owned company that has been a premier supplier of custom polyethylene film products since 1987. The work environment is clean, dry, and steady, with a small crew where teamwork is valued. We provide a supportive atmosphere where hard work and mechanical inclination are recognized and rewarded.
Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a manufacturing facility with exposure to heat and machine noise. It requires standing for extended periods and involves repetitive movements and physical activity. Individuals will need to hustle to keep up with production demands. Safety glasses are provided, and employees are expected to wear boots, jeans, and a T-shirt or sweatshirt
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Caledonia, MI.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a fully onsite position in Caledonia,MI.
Final date to receive applicationsThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2026.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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