Top 171 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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Digital Print Operator
Avery Dennison —Lewis Center, OH
- Full-time
- Background check
- ERP systems
- Pass drug screening
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Traveling Industrial Equipment Operator
Metropolitan Environmental Services —Hilliard, OH
- $23 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Background check
- Management
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Forklift Operator
Ignite Industrial Professionals —Groveport, OH
- $18.50 - $22.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Forklift
- Warehouse
- Warehouse experience
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Machinist/Operator
Capital Products LLC —Delaware, OH
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Math
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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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
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Machine Operator (3rd shift)
Franklin International —Columbus, OH
- $25.79 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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General Relief Operator (1st Shift)
Mars —Columbus, OH
- $30.33 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- English
- Mid-level
- Forklift
- Disability insurance
- Health 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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1st Shift General Laborer
Ohio Steel Industries, Inc. —Pataskala, OH
- From $16 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
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Label Machine Operator ***$500 Sign-On Bonus***
Avery Dennison —Lewis Center, OH
- $18 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- ERP systems
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Machine Operator I Johnstown OH 1st Shift
Mohawk Industries —Johnstown, OH
- Holidays
- Computer literacy
- Forklift
- Residential
Directional drilling supervisor, operator and locator
Underground Innovations llc —Johnstown, OH
- $17 - $35 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Construction site
- Heavy equipment operation
- CDL A
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Motor Coach Operator
Cardinal Transportation LTD —Columbus, OH
- Up to $70,000 a year
- Part-time
- CDL B
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Paid training
- COVID-19 protective measures
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Production Operator
American HOWA Kentucky —Delaware, OH
- $15.50 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Crane Operator/ Assembler Truck Scale 1st shift
Mettler-Toledo, LLC —Columbus, OH
- Overtime
- Basic math
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Inventory Reach Truck Operator
Snider-Blake —Pataskala, OH
- $21 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Heavy lifting
- Inventory management
- Health insurance
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Machine Operator II Johnstown OH 1st Shift
Mohawk Industries —Johnstown, OH
- Holidays
- Computer literacy
- Forklift
- Residential
Environmental Control Operator, 1st Shift
Anomatic —New Albany, OH
- Overtime
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
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Press Operator (Flexographic Printing)
PPC FLEX —Columbus, OH
- $24 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- Computer skills
- 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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operator 1st shift jobs in columbus

Process Technician – Injection Molding

Digital Print Operator

Traveling Industrial Equipment Operator

Forklift Operator

Machinist/Operator

Packaging Equipment Operator

Machine Operator (3rd shift)

General Relief Operator (1st Shift)

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

1st Shift General Laborer

Label Machine Operator $500 Sign-On Bonus

Machine Operator I Johnstown OH 1st Shift

Directional drilling supervisor, operator and locator

Motor Coach Operator

Production Operator

Crane Operator/ Assembler Truck Scale 1st shift

Inventory Reach Truck Operator

Machine Operator II Johnstown OH 1st Shift

Environmental Control Operator, 1st Shift

Press Operator (Flexographic Printing)

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