1st Shift Production Operator – Industrial Manufacturing | Evansville, IN

Job ID: 14476

Sigma, Inc. is seeking a reliable and hardworking Production Operator – Industrial to work onsite in Evansville, Indiana. This is a great opportunity for candidates with manufacturing, machine operation, production, material handling, or warehouse experience who are comfortable working in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Strong performers may be considered for full-time hire or contract extension.

Position Details

• Job Title: 1st Shift Production Operator – Industrial
• Job ID: 14476
• Location: Evansville, IN
• Work Arrangement: Onsite
• Contract: 1 Month
• Schedule: Monday–Friday
• Shift: 1st Shift, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
• Lunch: 30-minute lunch break
• Pay: Based on experience and position requirements
• Potential: Strong candidates may be considered for contract extension or full-time employment

Job Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery and manufacturing equipment according to established procedures.
• Perform repetitive machine and process operations while maintaining consistent quality and productivity.
• Follow oral and written instructions, work procedures, safety requirements, and production guidelines.
• Make basic adjustments to processes or machinery as directed.
• Record and report daily production numbers accurately.
• Operate a variety of industrial manufacturing equipment, including:
  • Block Press Manufacturing Equipment
  • Block Stacking Equipment
  • Packers
  • Palletizers
  • Forklifts
  • Manual Bag Lifting Equipment
  • Other production and material-handling equipment
• Inspect work and processes to identify issues or abnormalities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area through good housekeeping practices.
• Accurately understand, record, and communicate detailed production information.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Follow all company safety policies and industrial workplace procedures.
• Adapt to changing production requirements and assignments as needed.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, production, machine operation, industrial operations, material handling, or warehouse environments is preferred.
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance.
• Excellent punctuality and reliability.
• Ability to follow detailed oral and written instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic math skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in individual and team settings.
• Flexible attitude and willingness to learn new processes and equipment.
• Ability to understand and comply with workplace safety guidelines.
• Steel-toe or safety-toe shoes required.
• Must be able to repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a Production Operator, Manufacturing Associate, Machine Operator, Material Handler, Warehouse Associate, Packaging Operator, or Industrial Worker who is dependable, safety-conscious, physically capable, and comfortable performing repetitive production tasks.

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Strong work ethic
• Reliability and punctuality
• Attention to detail
• Good communication
• Teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow instructions
• Flexibility
• Safety awareness
• Willingness to learn

Physical Requirements

• Ability to repeatedly lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform repetitive production and material-handling tasks.
• Ability to safely operate or learn to operate industrial production equipment.
• Ability to remain attentive and productive throughout the scheduled shift.