Machine Operators

Gavin Zickerman Quinton Samuels Operations

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Sterling Heights, Michigan, US on site Until 8/21/2026 First posted March 5, 2026 Last posted March 5, 2026
Job description

We are hiring Plastics Machine Operators for a Tier 1 Automotive facility. No prior experience is required. This role involves operating and monitoring plastic molding machines to ensure consistent production of high-quality parts.

Location: Sterling Heights (18 1/2 mile road)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Retrieve plastic parts from the conveyor
  • Inspect parts for visible defects
  • Label each part accurately
  • Transport completed parts to designated workstations

Available Shifts & Pay Rates:

  • 1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM | $16hour
  • 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM | $16.00/hour (includes $0.50 shift premium)
  • 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM | $17.00/hour (includes $1.50 shift premium)

This is a great opportunity to start a career in automotive manufacturing with on-the-job training provided.

Requirements

Plastics Machine Operator – Job Duties & Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

·         Visually inspect plastic parts for defects

·         Wipe, label, and sort finished parts

·         Record counts of approved and rejected parts

·         Trim excess plastic from components

·         Print and apply labels to packaging

·         Maintain clean and organized workstation

Job Requirements:

·         Strong verbal and written communication skills

·         Ability to stand for up to 10 hours

·         Follow instructions from supervisors accurately

·         Work well independently and as part of a team

·         Dependable and detail-oriented

No experience is necessary—training is provided! This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a Tier 1 automotive manufacturing environment.

 

Benefits

Plastics Machine Operator – Job Duties & Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

·         Visually inspect plastic parts for defects

·         Wipe, label, and sort finished parts

·         Record counts of approved and rejected parts

·         Trim excess plastic from components

·         Print and apply labels to packaging

·         Maintain clean and organized workstation

Job Requirements:

·         Strong verbal and written communication skills

·         Ability to stand for up to 10 hours

·         Follow instructions from supervisors accurately

·         Work well independently and as part of a team

·         Dependable and detail-oriented

No experience is necessary—training is provided! This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a Tier 1 automotive manufacturing environment.

About this role

Summary

Operate and monitor plastic molding machines, inspect, label, and transport parts

Job title

Machine Operators

Experience level

no experience necessary

Industry

automotive manufacturing

Location requirements

Sterling Heights, Michigan; remote work not allowed

Salary

Available Shift & Pay Rates: * 1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM | $16/hour * 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM | $16.00/hour (includes $0.50 shift premium) * 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM | $17.00/hour (includes $1.50 shift premium)

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

communicationdependabledetail-oriented

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

plasticsmoldingproduction
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Sterling Heights, MI, USA

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