Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Machine Operator | $16 - $17 per hour | Monday-Thursday, 5 :00am-4:00pm or 4:00pm-2: 30am | Temporary-to-hire

What Matters Most

• Competitive pay of $16.00 1st shift or $17.00 2nd shift

• Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 5:00am-4:00pm or 4:00pm-2:30am with OT on Friday/Saturday

• Location: Kings Mountain, NC

• Temporary-to-hire opportunity with career growth and stability

• Weekly pay with direct deposit or pay card

• When you work through The Reserves Network, you are eligible to enroll in dental, vision and medical insurance as well as 401K, direct deposit and our referral bonus program

Job Description

As an Autoclave Operator, you will detail and manufacture materials using autoclave and curing operations in a production environment. This role supports final cutting, packaging, machine setup, and material handling while following work instructions and control plans. The ideal candidate is safety focused, quality minded, team oriented, and comfortable working around moving mechanical parts in an indoor manufacturing setting. Overtime may be required, including early starts, late stays, or weekend work.

Responsibilities:

• Manufacture and detail parts using heat, steel, and/or waterjet processes

• Set up machines in the secondary department for final cutting of materials

• Pull and replace die cut boards as needed

• Create packaging for parts and prepare materials for production needs

• Follow work instructions, control plans, and established safety and quality standards

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to work safely around moving mechanical parts

• Strong communication skills, adaptability, and a positive team-oriented attitude

• Ability to stand and walk on cement floors throughout the shift and work in a noisy manufacturing environment

• Ability to bend, crouch, squat, kneel, reach, grip, push, pull, carry, and lift materials as required

• Ability to wear required PPE, including safety toe shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection

Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive pay of $16 - $17 per hour

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options

• 401K, direct deposit, and referral bonus program eligibility

• Weekly pay and career growth opportunities

Your New Organization:

You will join a safety-focused manufacturing environment where quality, teamwork, and reliable production support are valued. This role is a strong fit for candidates who enjoy hands-on work, machine operation, and contributing to a clean, efficient production process.

Your Career Partner:

The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.

The base pay range for this position is $16.00-$17.00 per hour, excluding benefits, bonuses, or other compensation. Your final compensation will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, location, and internal pay equity. Please note, hiring at the top of the range is uncommon to allow room for future growth.