Machine Operator - Night Shift

Company: Salt Staffing Inc.
Location: Scotch Plains
Posted on: March 26, 2026

Job Description:

Are you a skilled operator looking for variety in your workday? We are looking for a versatile skilled operator to join our Somerset team. If you are someone who enjoys working with your hands, operating high-tech machinery, and rotating through different specialized stations, rather than doing the same repetitive task for 8 hours, this is the role for you. Why Join Us? Competitive Pay: $20–$24/hr based on your experience. Day Shift: Consistent hours for early risers. Night Shift: Boost your earnings with a 15% shift differential! Quarterly Bonuses: We reward high performance with a Quarterly Production Bonus for both shifts. Full Benefits: Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance. Stability: Full-time, 401(k) with company match, and Paid Time Off.The Role: As a key member of our production floor, you won’t just be a "number." You will be trained across multiple disciplines, becoming a master of: Precision Machining: Operating CNC and Engraving equipment. Finishing Work: Managing lamination, manual tacking, and card finishing. Quality Control: Reading blueprints and using your mechanical aptitude to ensure every product is perfect. Troubleshooting: Performing basic preventive maintenance to keep your station running smoothly. What You Bring to the Table: Experience: 2 years in a hands-on manufacturing or production environment. Technical Skills: You have "hands-on" expertise in at least one of the following: CNC, lamination, engraving, or manual tacking. Mindset: You’re a team player who is happy to jump in where needed to help the team hit daily targets. Details: You can read technical drawings/blueprints and have basic computer skills for data entry. Shift & Location: Primary Shift: 6AM - 6PM EST. Location: Located in Somerset, NJ. Ready to build a career instead of just holding a job? Apply today for a quick video screen! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

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