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Machine Operator/Line Leader

Dearborn, MI 48120

Employment Type: Contract Job Number: 56187793 Pay Rate: $20.00 / hour

Job Description

Job Title: Machine Operator / Line Lead
Location: Dearborn, MI
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift Availability:
  • 1st Shift – 6am-230 
  • 2nd Shift – 3:55 Start
Pay Rate:
  • $20.00/hour for Day Shift
  • $20.00/hour + $1.00 Shift Premium for Night Shift
Primary Purpose & FunctionCardinal Staffing is seeking experienced Machine Operators and Line Leads to join our Packaging Department. This position is responsible for supporting daily production operations, ensuring quality standards are met, and assisting production teams in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. Candidates must have previous machine operation and/or production line leadership experience and be comfortable working in cold and wet conditions.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
  • Operate packaging and production machinery safely and efficiently
  • Lead and support production team members to achieve daily production goals
  • Complete daily paperwork and tablet-based production reporting accurately
  • Monitor product quality and ensure food safety standards are maintained
  • Assist with troubleshooting minor machine and production issues
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment
  • Follow all company safety procedures and GMP/food safety guidelines
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members throughout the shift
  • Support production flow and packaging operations as needed
Skills & Qualifications
  • Minimum of 2 years of machine operation and/or production line leadership experience required
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to accurately complete digital and written production documentation
  • Comfortable using tablets, digital forms, and production systems
  • Strong communication and leadership abilities
  • Ability to work in a cold, wet manufacturing environment for extended periods
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus, but not required
  • Ability to stand for up to 10-hour shifts
Requirements
  • Reliable transportation required
  • Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check
  • Must follow all food safety and company procedures at all times

About Cardinal Staffing
At Cardinal Staffing, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest and Southeast. With an estimated yearly revenue of $295 million, Surestaff was recently named one of the largest staffing firms in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).
We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck – it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle. Here are the benefits you’ll enjoy when you partner with us:
Access to a wide range of job opportunities  
Competitive pay
Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP)
Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions  
Electronic weekly pay
Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support  
Cardinal Staffing also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs. Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer.
Notice Regarding the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Employment Decisions
In accordance with state mandates, we are providing this notice to inform all applicants and employees that artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used at various stages of our employment processes. This may include recruitment, screening, hiring, promotion, or other employment‑related evaluations.
AI tools may assist in reviewing application materials, assessing qualifications, or supporting decision‑making. These tools do not replace human judgment; rather, they are used to support consistent and efficient evaluation.
Our commitment to speed-to-hire means we work efficiently to get you placed in the right role, fast. If you're ready to take control of your career, explore exciting opportunities, and gain experience that lasts, then Cardinal Staffing is the place for you. Let’s get started today!

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