2nd Shift Production Operator - Industrial (Forklift / Feed Mill)

Location: Turlock, CA
Job Type: 2-Month Contract (Temp-to-Hire Opportunity)
Shift: 2nd Shift | Monday-Friday | 2:00 PM-10:30 PM

2nd Shift Production Operator - Manufacturing | Turlock, CA | Forklift & Feed Mill Experience Required

Sigma Inc. is seeking an experienced 2nd Shift Production Operator - Industrial to join a leading manufacturing facility in Turlock, CA. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity for candidates with forklift certification, feed mill experience, and a strong background in industrial manufacturing.

If you're safety-focused, reliable, and experienced operating heavy industrial equipment, we encourage you to apply today.

Shift Details

• 2nd Shift: Monday-Friday
• Hours: 2:00 PM-10:30 PM
• Overtime and occasional Saturdays may be required based on business needs

Key Responsibilities

• Operate heavy industrial production equipment safely and efficiently
• Meet daily production and quality goals
• Operate forklifts to transport raw materials and finished products
• Perform feed mill operations and material handling tasks
• Clean workstations and assigned production areas at the end of each shift
• Follow all plant safety procedures and wear required PPE
• Read and follow written and verbal work instructions
• Complete basic production documentation and computer data entry
• Assist with miscellaneous production assignments as directed by management
• Work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining productivity and quality standards

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 2 years of production or manufacturing experience
• Forklift certification required
• Feed mill experience required
• Experience operating heavy industrial equipment
• Basic computer and math skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Stand, walk, bend, climb stairs, and climb ladders throughout the shift
• Work in confined spaces when necessary
• Comfortable working at heights greater than 5 feet
• Ability to work in hot, cold, dusty, and industrial environments
• Perform physically demanding tasks, including beating/poking bins and digging out dies
• Good visual acuity and ability to follow detailed instructions

Required PPE

• Steel Toe or Composite Toe Boots

Additional Requirements

• Must pass a background check
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Must be available for overtime and weekend work as required
• Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in the following roles are encouraged to apply:

• Production Operator
• Manufacturing Operator
• Industrial Operator
• Feed Mill Operator
• Forklift Operator
• Machine Operator
• Production Associate
• Manufacturing Associate
• Heavy Equipment Operator
• Warehouse Operator

Skills

• Forklift Operation
• Forklift Certification
• Feed Mill Operations
• Industrial Manufacturing
• Production Equipment Operation
• Material Handling
• Manufacturing Safety
• PPE Compliance
• Quality Control
• Basic Computer Skills
• Basic Math Skills
• Heavy Equipment Operation
• Attention to Detail
• Teamwork

Why Join Sigma Inc.?

• Temp-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential
• Consistent Monday-Friday schedule
• Competitive compensation
• Stable manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to grow with an established production team
• Immediate openings available