Top 103 Operator 1st 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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Forklift Operator- Stand Up/ Reach Truck
Ignite Industrial Professionals —Groveport, OH
- $18.50 - $22.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Forklift
- Warehouse
- Warehouse experience
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Environmental Control Operator, First Shift
Anomatic —New Albany, OH
- Overtime
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
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Production Operator - 1st Shift (Full Time)
SOLUT! —Lewis Center, OH
- From $19 an hour
- Overtime
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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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
1st Shift Forklift Operator - Shipping - $24.26/hour
Stanley Black & Decker —Columbus, OH
- $24.26 - $26.12 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Wellness program
- Employee stock purchase plan
1st Shift Forklift Operator - Picking - $24.99/hour
Stanley Black & Decker —Columbus, OH
- $24.99 - $26.90 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Wellness program
- Employee stock purchase plan
19h
Bottle Production Filler Operator - 1st Shift
G&J Pepsi-Cola Bottlers, Inc. —Columbus, OH
- Overtime
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
- Computer skills
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CPS Operator I- 1st shift
Tosoh SMD, Inc. —Grove City, OH
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Entry level
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Forklift Operator
DHL Supply Chain —Etna, OH
- $20 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Warehouse
- Organizational skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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CNC Operator
The Merritt Search Group —Dublin, OH
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- Forklift
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Opportunities for advancement
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Press Brake Operator
The Merritt Search Group —Dublin, OH
- $18.50 - $25.00 an hour
- Overtime
- Forklift
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- In-person
- Opportunities for advancement
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Anodizing Line Operator, First Shift
Anomatic —New Albany, OH
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Forklift Operator
ODW Logistics Inc —Lockbourne, OH
- $19.50 - $21.00 an hour
- Overtime
- In person
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Forklift
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Forklift Operator
Remedy Intelligent Staffing —West Jefferson, OH
- $20.00 - $21.86 an hour
- Full-time
- Forklift
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Military encouraged
- Referral program
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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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Forklift Operator/Material Handler
SkySource Solutions Inc. —Marysville, OH
- $18 - $26 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Forklift
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Machine Operator - Corrugated Container Manufacturer
JET CONTAINER —Columbus, OH
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Flatbed truck
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Warehouse Worker (Day Shift - Equipment Operator)
Cardinal Health —Grove City, OH
- $20.10 an hour
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- Driving
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
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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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operator 1st shift jobs in columbus

Process Technician – Injection Molding

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

Forklift Operator- Stand Up/ Reach Truck

Environmental Control Operator, First Shift

Production Operator - 1st Shift (Full Time)

Packaging Equipment Operator

1st Shift Forklift Operator - Shipping - $24.26/hour

1st Shift Forklift Operator - Picking - $24.99/hour

Bottle Production Filler Operator - 1st Shift

CPS Operator I- 1st shift

Forklift Operator

CNC Operator

Press Brake Operator

Anodizing Line Operator, First Shift

Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

Plasma Table Operator

Forklift Operator/Material Handler

Machine Operator - Corrugated Container Manufacturer

Warehouse Worker (Day Shift - Equipment Operator)

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