Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

Job Description:

We’re looking for a dedicated, hands-on individual to join our growing Production team as a Machine Operator at our Milton, WI facility. This is a third shift position, Sunday through Thursday 11:00pm to 7:30am.

If you take pride in your work, enjoy working with machinery, and want to be part of a family-oriented environment, Penn Color is the place for you.

We offer a stable, long-term career path in a company that values its people as much as its products. You’ll be surrounded by exceptional teammates, supported by a culture built on respect and collaboration, and have the opportunity to grow in a global organization that continues to expand.

Starting pay is $25/hr with excellent increases.

What You'll Do

- Read production schedules, customer orders, work orders, etc.

- Break down and weigh materials

- Blend raw materials

- Machine operation

- Operation of forklift and other equipment as necessary

- Other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

We are looking for reliable, detail-focused individuals who are comfortable working in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

You’ll be successful if you have:

- Strong attention to detail when following batch cards and procedures

- A safety-first mindset with consistent PPE compliance

- Ability to work independently under general supervision

- Basic computer and documentation skills

- Strong communication and teamwork skills

- Mechanical aptitude and comfort working around heavy equipment

No formal education or prior experience is required. Training is provided.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

This role is performed in a manufacturing environment and requires:

- Exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, volatile materials, and moving machinery

- Standing and walking for most of an 8-hour shift with frequent reaching and handling of materials

- Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling

- Regular lifting up to 50 lbs. and frequent lifting up to 100 lbs.

- Routine use of hand tools, air-powered tools, milling equipment, and cleaning solvents

- Consistent use of PPE due to potentially hazardous conditions

Why Join Penn Color?

- Family-owned, People-First Workplace Culture

- Comprehensive Health & Wellness

- Retirement and Financial Security

- PTO & Work Life Balance

- Career Growth & Development

- Employee Perks & Community

Penn Color, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regards to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability or any other protected categories.  It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given an equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.