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$24 - $28/hr

Corrugated Machine Operator - 2nd Shift Available (Plus $2.00/hour Shift Differential) Brooklyn Park, MN Employees are Our Greatest Asset Privately held, Great Northern is one of the nation's largest ...

Alcon3Pl

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Hayward, CA · On-site

$25/hr

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift Lobos Staffing is currently seeking an experienced Machine Operator for an established organic meat company located in the Hayward area. The ideal candidate will have ...

Alcon3Pl

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Hayward, CA

$25/hr

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift Lobos Staffing is currently seeking an experienced Machine Operator for an established organic meat company located in the Hayward area. The ideal candidate will have ...

Alcon3Pl

Food Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Hayward, CA

$23 - $25/wk

Food Machine Operator - 2nd Shift Lobos Staffing is hiring experienced Food Machine Operators for a 2nd shift position! This is a great opportunity for candidates with previous machine operating or ...

Alcon3Pl

Food Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Hayward, CA · On-site

$25/hr

Food Machine Operator - 2nd Shift Lobos Staffing is hiring experienced Food Machine Operators for a 2nd shift position! This is a great opportunity for candidates with previous machine operating or ...

TriCom Quest

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Machine Operator at Yakult USA - 1st / 2nd / 3rd shift

Fountain Valley, CA · On-site

$21.50 - $27.50/hr

Salary Range: $21.50 ~ $27.50/hr plus $1.50/hr for 2nd shift, $3.00/hr for 3rd shift additional pay Requirements of the Machine Operator: * A high school diploma or GED. * For Production section, 1 ...

Grillos Midwest

1st Shift Machine Operator

Gardena, CA · On-site

$17.25 - $21.25/hr

Production Supervisor Updated: 10/6/2025 SUMMARY Under the direction of the Production Supervisor, the 1st Shift Machine Operator plays a vital role in producing, packaging, and preparing Grillo ...

MS Aerospace

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Machine Operator 2nd Shift

Sylmar, CA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

We are seeking a Machine Operator 2nd Shift CNC to join our team! You will help oversee operational activities and ensure excellent quality control. Job Summary: The Production Machine Operator will ...

Moog, Inc.

Hone Machine Operator, 2nd Shift

Torrance, CA · On-site

$17.75 - $21.75/hr

Hone Machine Operator, 2nd Shift Reporting To: Leader, Performance Work Schedule: Onsite - Torrance, CA Our team in Military Aircraft Group is looking for an experienced Hone Machine Operator on 2nd ...

Moog

Hone Machine Operator, 2nd Shift

Torrance, CA

$17.75 - $21.75/hr

Hone Machine Operator, 2nd Shift Reporting To: Leader, Performance Work Schedule: Onsite - Torrance, CA Our team in Military Aircraft Group is looking for an experienced Hone Machine Operator on 2nd ...

Partners Personnel

Machine Operator

Santa Fe Springs, CA · On-site

$20 - $20.50/hr

Machine Operator Openings - 1st & 2nd Shift Hello Team, We are currently hiring Machine Operators for 1st and 2nd shifts . Candidates must be English-speaking , authorized to work in the U.S. ( U.S.

Triumph Group

Machine Operator

Valencia, CA · On-site

$21.24 - $37/hr

Responsibilities This is a 2nd shift position We are seeking dependable and detail-oriented Machine Operator to join our 2nd shift production team. In this role you will operate, monitor, and ...

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How much do 2nd shift machine operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for 2nd shift machine operator in California is $18.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.15 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a 2nd shift machine operator?

A 2nd Shift Machine Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining machinery during the second shift, which typically runs in the afternoon and evening. Their duties include setting up equipment, monitoring production, performing quality checks, and troubleshooting minor mechanical issues. They must follow safety protocols and ensure efficiency in the manufacturing or production process. This role is common in industries such as manufacturing, automotive, and packaging, where operations run multiple shifts to meet demand.

What types of machines does a 2nd shift machine operator operate, and what does a typical shift look like?

As a 2nd Shift Machine Operator, you'll usually work with equipment such as CNC machines, injection molding machines, or assembly line machinery, depending on the industry. Your typical shift will involve setting up machines, performing regular quality checks, and troubleshooting minor mechanical issues to keep production running smoothly. You’ll be part of a team that hands off or receives tasks from other shifts, requiring good communication and collaboration. Working the second shift may offer a quieter environment and sometimes comes with shift differentials or bonus pay. This role provides hands-on experience and can be a stepping stone to more advanced technical or supervisory positions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a 2nd shift machine operator, and why are they important?

A successful 2nd Shift Machine Operator typically possesses strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with operating industrial machinery, reading technical blueprints, and safety certifications such as OSHA training are often required. Dependability, effective teamwork, and strong problem-solving abilities set outstanding candidates apart. These skills ensure that shift work runs efficiently, safely, and with minimal downtime in a production environment.

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Infographic showing various 2Nd Shift Machine Operator job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,846 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

2nd Shift Machine Operator

gnc
Retail • 10K+ employees
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$24 - $28/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 4.9 out of 10

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Job description

Corrugated Machine Operator - 2nd Shift Available (Plus $2.00/hour Shift Differential)
Brooklyn Park, MN
Employees are Our Greatest Asset
 

Privately held, Great Northern is one of the nation’s largest independent producers of corrugated packaging. For more than five decades, customers have turned to Great Northern Corporation for integrated, comprehensive packaging solutions in industrial, commercial and retail markets.
 

Great Northern exists to live out the core values established by our founders - integrity, personal growth, entrepreneurial spirit, and a shared future.
 

Our vision, "We help our employees win through personal growth and a shared future” is a call to action to deliver on building a people-centric culture, developing leaders from within, and sending people home fulfilled about their role and contributions. The "win" for everyone is a trusting and collaborative culture that helps us be at our best every day.
 

Our mission statement, "We help our customers win by doing what others can't or won't” gives us a clear purpose and raises the bar for performance. Doing what others "can't or won't" for our customers is demonstrated by a willingness to serve customers, value-added partnerships and proactively developing innovative solutions to our customer's challenges.
 

We are excited that you are looking to join our great culture. Here are some details about the position.
 

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
 

In addition to excellent wages, Great Northern has a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; paid vacation; paid holidays; profit sharing and 401(k) with company match.
We also offer our employees a safe, clean, friendly environment and room for growth!

Are you looking for a career with an established and stable company? 

Pay/Schedule: 

  • $24/hour - $28/hour depending on experience and qualifications (Plus $2.00/hour Shift Differential)
  • 2nd Shift:  Monday - Friday  from 2:45pm to 11:15 pm 
  • The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, positive attitude, will fit in to the GNC culture and have previous experience or mechanical aptitude.
     

Operating Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

  • High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) experience and/or training in a manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to read English and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure, manuals and order specifications.
  • Ability to add, subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
  • Mechanical and spatial aptitude.
  • Attention to detail, accuracy and quality.
  • Ability to move from task/assignment to another on short notice
  • Flexible to working weekends and over time when needed

This is a safety sensitive position

Great Northern is a tobacco free campus 
Great Northern is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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As the global leader in health and wellness innovation since 1935, GNC motivates people to reach their goals with the most trusted and exciting selection of products in the industry. As #TeamGNC, we work hard to ensure that our consumers come first. We are always cultivating and collaborating on new ideas to bring innovative solutions to the forefront and testing new solutions to translate goals into action. Our team members are advocates for change and innovation. There is no greater gift than good health and no greater satisfaction than helping others to achieve it. Be a part of helping others to Live Well!

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