2nd Shift Machine/Cleaning Operator

📍 Watertown, CT

🕓 Monday–Thursday, 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM (Overtime as needed)

💲 $18~$20hr DOE

📄 Temp to Hire

The Hire Source is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Machine/Cleaning Operator for a 2nd shift opportunity with a well-established manufacturer in the Watertown area. This position is critical to supporting daily production, monitoring machines, and maintaining clean, high-functioning equipment and workspaces.

💼 Key Responsibilities

• Monitor machines to ensure they are running within specifications and producing good finished product
• Measure product using micrometers, plug gauges, ring gauges, and other inspection tools
• Communicate effectively with Toolmakers, Inspectors, and other departments
• Monitor and maintain oil levels and lubrication on machines
• Visually inspect parts against prints and dimensional standards to minimize scrap
• Keep work areas clean, including sweeping and mopping shop floors
• Sort and clean parts according to documented procedures and daily priority lists
• Maintain cleaning equipment per maintenance schedules
• Perform accurate part counts and enter data into company system
• Maintain inventory of cleaning room supplies and issue purchase requisitions when needed
• Clean and maintain containers and scrap processing areas
• Follow proper product identification procedures to prevent mix-ups

✅ Qualifications

• Ability to lift and carry totes up to 15 lbs. regularly
• Strong fine motor skills and finger dexterity
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with measuring devices (micrometers, plug gauges, etc.)
• Preferred: Familiarity with Eyelet industry machines and gauges
• Must be able to train on days 2-3 weeks, 6am - 4:30pm

🏆 Why Work with Us

This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that values hard work, quality, and continuous improvement. You’ll be part of a clean, organized, and collaborative production environment, with room for growth and full-time potential.

📧 Email resume and salary requirements to: jobs@thehiresource.com

📍 The Hire Source – Waterbury, CT www.thehiresource.com - 203-757-4000

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