Top 40 Machine operator full time (first shift) Jobs in Columbus

Process Technician – Injection Molding
Axium Packaging —New Albany, OH
- $25 - $28 an hour
- Overnight shift
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Manufacturing Associate – Metals (Press Brake Experience Required) Pay $18.00/hr. – $23.00/hr.
Capital City Staffing Solutions —Columbus, OH
- $18 - $23 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Inventory management
- Pass drug screening
- Opportunities for advancement
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Machinist
Fredrick Welding & Machining —Reynoldsburg, OH
- $28 - $30 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Hand tools
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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OPEN HOUSE HIRING EVENT – JULY 14 & 15
Capital City Staffing Solutions —Dublin, OH
- $17 - $25 an hour
- Multiple hires
- Mid-level
- In-person
- 1 year
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Burn Table Operator (Plasma/Oxy)
Lapham-Hickey Steel —Columbus, OH
- $21 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Basic math
- Forklift
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Day or Night Shift Laborer - Delaware OH (Forklift Experience a Plus)
Ohio Steel Industries —Delaware, OH
- From $17 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- No experience needed
- Forklift
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
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Plasma Table Operator
Lapham-Hickey Steel —Columbus, OH
- $21 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Forklift
- Ability to lift 75 pounds
- In-person
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Composite Assembly Technician - 1st Shift Production Team
Altum LLC —Canal Winchester, OH
- From $20 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Microsoft Office
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for advancement
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Commercial / Industrial Painter
SRT Construction and Maintenance Services, LLC —Orient, OH
- $20 - $30 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Basic math
- Forklift
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Packaging Operator third shift
Express Employment Professionals —West Jefferson, OH
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- Computer skills
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Day or Night Shift Laborer- Columbus OH (Forlkift is a Plus)
Ohio Steel Industries —Columbus, OH
- From $17 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- No experience needed
- Forklift
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
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20h
General Laborer (Multiple Locations)
:hire Our People. Your Solution. —Delaware, OH
- $17 - $19 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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5d
Blowmold Operator - 1st Shift (12 Hour)
G&J Pepsi-Cola Bottlers, Inc. —Columbus, OH
- $26.51 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Packaging Equipment Operator
Abbott Laboratories —Columbus, OH
- $17.15 - $34.25 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Children
- US work authorization
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Filling Operator I 1st Shift
American Regent, Inc. —Hilliard, OH
- Overtime
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Assembly
Tapping Machine Operator / 1st Shift
Ohashi Technica USA, Inc. —Sunbury, OH
- $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Schematics
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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1st Shift-Machine Operators-Assembly & Packaging
Tech International —Johnstown, OH
- $17.60 - $25.00 an hour
- Overtime
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Basic math
- Forklift
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Production Operator
SOLUT Inc —Lewis Center, OH
- From $19 an hour
- Overtime
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Manufacturing Production Operator - 1st Shift
ITC Manufacturing —Columbus, OH
- $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Mid-level
- Continuous improvement
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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8d
Press Room Operator
Dayton Rogers Manufacturing Co —Obetz, OH
- $22 an hour
- Overtime
- In-person
- Mechanical knowledge
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Process Technician – Injection Molding

Axium Packaging -
New Albany, OH

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Job Details

Full-time
$25 - $28 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Statistical Process Control
Injection (injection molding)
High school diploma or GED
Continuous improvement
Attention to detail
Quality inspection
Plastics injection molding

Full Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Process Technician to support our injection molding operations. This role is responsible for setting up, optimizing, and troubleshooting molding processes to ensure high-quality production, efficiency, and minimal downtime. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with injection molding machines, scientific molding principles, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Set up and start up injection molding machines, auxiliary equipment, and tooling
Develop, document, and optimize molding processes using scientific molding techniques
Monitor production runs to ensure part quality, cycle time, and process stability
Troubleshoot process, tooling, and equipment issues to minimize downtime
Perform mold changes, material changes, and color changes as needed
Adjust machine parameters to maintain optimal performance
Work closely with maintenance, quality, and production teams to resolve issues
Conduct first-piece inspections and support quality initiatives
Maintain accurate process documentation and update setup sheets
Assist with continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and company standards

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required; technical degree preferred
2–5+ years of experience in injection molding processing
Strong knowledge of injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment
Understanding of scientific molding principles (RJG or equivalent is a plus)
Experience with various resins (e.g., ABS, PP, PC, PET, etc.)
Ability to read blueprints, process sheets, and technical documentation
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Preferred Skills

Experience with robots and automation systems
Familiarity with mold maintenance and tooling function
Knowledge of SPC and quality inspection tools
Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Frequently standing, walking, bending, and reaching
Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Experience:

Plastics injection molding: 2 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

Day Shift (Required)
Night Shift (Required)
Overnight Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

New Albany, OH 43054 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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machine operator full time (first shift) jobs in columbus

Process Technician – Injection Molding

Manufacturing Associate – Metals (Press Brake Experience Required) Pay $18.00/hr. – $23.00/hr.

Machinist

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Burn Table Operator (Plasma/Oxy)

Day or Night Shift Laborer - Delaware OH (Forklift Experience a Plus)

Plasma Table Operator

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Commercial / Industrial Painter

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Day or Night Shift Laborer- Columbus OH (Forlkift is a Plus)

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Blowmold Operator - 1st Shift (12 Hour)

Packaging Equipment Operator

Filling Operator I 1st Shift

Tapping Machine Operator / 1st Shift

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Production Operator

Manufacturing Production Operator - 1st Shift

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