NOW HIRING: MACHINE OPERATORS IN CHESAPEAKE, VA!Position: Machine Operator
Pay: $17.50/hour
Shifts: Rotating 12-Hour Shifts | 5:30 AM - 6:00 PM and 5:30 PM - 6:00 AM (Must be available for both)
Benefits: Weekly pay, Medical, Dental, Vision
Ready to kickstart your career in advanced manufacturing? Whether you\'ve got a mechanical mindset and no experience or you\'re looking to grow your skills on real production lines, The Lee Group has multiple Machine Operator openings with one of the largest synthetic paper manufacturers in the Western Hemisphere, right here in Chesapeake, VA.
This is an exciting opportunity with a well-established and growing company that offers long-term career potential, great pay, and outstanding benefits once hired permanently.
What You\'ll Do as a Machine Operator- Set up and operate machinery in accordance with production specs.
- Monitor machine performance and troubleshoot issues on the fly.
- Perform regular checks and maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Ensure high-quality standards are met with every product run.
- Keep your workspace safe, clean, and organized at all times.
- Accurately track production and report any irregularities.
- Work closely with team members to meet daily and weekly production goals.
Who We\'re Looking For- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
- Reliable transportation to and from work.
- Flexible availability for rotating 12-hour shifts, days and nights.
- Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
- Experience operating forklifts, clamp trucks, or motorized carts is a plus.
- Team-focused mindset and positive attitude.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
- Eagerness to grow and be part of a continuous improvement culture.
Additional Responsibilities May Include- Assisting in finishing, packaging, maintenance, or quality operations.
- Responding to line upsets to support Rear Forming Line operations.
- Participating in team meetings, safety discussions, and task forces.
- Maintaining housekeeping and completing tasks as assigned by your supervisor.
Shift DetailsSchedule: Rotating 12-hour shifts following a 2-2-3 work schedule.
Day Shift: 5:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Night Shift: 5:30 PM - 6:00 AM
Candidates must be available to work both day and night shifts.The rotating 2-2-3 schedule follows a repeating 14-day cycle:
- Work 2 days
- Off 2 days
- Work 3 days
- Off 2 days
- Work 2 days
- Off 3 days
This schedule provides alternating workdays and days off, including regular extended breaks throughout the rotation. Employees will work a combination of day and night shifts based on scheduling needs.
About The Lee GroupThe Lee Group is driven by our purpose and passion: Aligning Talent, Growing Businesses and Changing Lives!
That\'s what the right job can mean for a family and what the right employees can mean for a business. We get up every day and come to work for one reason: Putting the right people, in the right seats.
We are guided by our Core Values:
- We are purpose driven to change people\'s lives.
- We are approachable and genuine, with a great sense of fun.
- We are authentic straight shooters, unafraid of the truth.
- We get it, our business and our customers.
- We get it right!
Put our 50+ years of experience to work for you!
Equal Opportunity EmployerThe Lee Group proudly supports a diverse, inclusive workforce. We\'re an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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