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Cornerstone Staffing Solutions - TN

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Machine Operator

Piney Flats, TN · On-site

$17 - $21/hr

Machine Operator - Temp-to-Hire Piney Flats, TN Pay: $17-$19/hour + $2/hr shift differential for 2nd shift Temp-to-Hire | Full-Time Cornerstone Staffing Solutions is hiring Machine Operators for a ...

Talos Engineered Products LLC

Machine Operator

Lewisburg, TN

$15.50 - $18.50/hr

... the shift Machine Operator II Must have a positive attitude everyday as defined by leadership and peers Must have all qualifications of a Machine Operator I Must be able to set up and run multiple ...

Bongards Creameries

Night Shift Machine Operator

Humboldt, TN · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

Bongards' Creameries is seeking a Night Shift Machine Operator at our Humboldt facility. This position is focused on operating cheese making equipment on a rotational basis with the goal of a ...

Leeco Steel

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$14 - $17/hr

Operate equipment such as overhead cranes, Kinetic machines, and parts cleaning stations. * Move and organize steel inventory from receiving to shipping. * Prepare orders for shipment by verifying ...

Leeco Steel

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$14 - $17/hr

Operate equipment such as overhead cranes, Kinetic machines, and parts cleaning stations. * Move and organize steel inventory from receiving to shipping. * Prepare orders for shipment by verifying ...

Leeco Steel

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$22/hr

Operate equipment such as overhead cranes, Kinetic machines, and parts cleaning stations. * Move and organize steel inventory from receiving to shipping. * Prepare orders for shipment by verifying ...

A.O. Smith

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Franklin, TN

$16.75 - $20.25/hr

Primary Function Operator will initiate operations in accordance with customer requirements and ... Must be able to work with automated machinery and have the ability to perform troubleshooting tasks ...

Trinidad Benham

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

La Vergne, TN · On-site

$16.25 - $19.25/hr

The Machine Operator is primarily responsible for operating an automated packing machine to prepare products for shipping. Ensures machinery is set up, works properly, and conforms with (and can ...

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

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for 2nd shift machine operator in Tennessee is $16.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.86 and $18.12 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 Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,805 per year, or $16.7 per hour.

Machine Operator II - 2nd shift

Gallatin, TN • On-site

Bradford Company
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$16 - $19/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

2nd Shift Production Machine Operator II 

Join the Growing Team at Bradford Company 
Bradford Company is a family-owned and operated business located in Gallatin, TN.  We're currently looking for hardworking and reliable production machine operators to become part of our dedicated team.

SUMMARY

Set-up and safely operate a variety of machines (Edge Sealer, Band Saw, Framer, C-Slotter, Die Press, CNC Router) – start, stop, load, and feed. Duties include intimate knowledge of a at least one piece of equipment. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Responsible for machine preparation and set-up. Able to produce a quality part and inspect parts using a tape measure, gauges (if required) and complete first piece inspections as required.
  • Material handling and removal of scrap carts.
  • Responsible for recognizing and reporting obvious quality problems or variations from specifications for the parts being run.
  • Record and report times, materials produced, and scrap.
  • Record and report production and/or equipment problems.
  • Responsible for instruction and safety of catcher if present.
  • Practice and promote safe work practices and intimately understand the safety equipment of the machine (etc. like curtains and safety mats if present).
  • Maintain a satisfactory productivity rating.
  • Proactively helps to create and work within a team-based environment and practices effective communication skills.
  • Train other team members and retain and apply job knowledge.
  • Demonstrates good problem-solving skills.
  • Notifies appropriate personnel of machine repairs and/or any unsafe conditions.
  • Possess a working knowledge of material/ inventory identification.
  • Requisition parts and supplies.
  • Work from a manufacturing requirements schedule.
  • Perform routine preventive maintenance as necessary.
  • Perform other duties as assigned. 

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
  • Ability to use and read a tape measure. 
  • Attention to detail and strong reliability.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • 1–3 years of relevant experience and/or training preferred
  • Equivalent combinations of education and experience will also be considered
  • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and 5S workplace organization standards is preferred

BENEFITS:

  • Health benefits: medical, dental, and vision 
  • Wellness Program
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Holiday pay
  • Company 401(k) match
  • Bonus Plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Climate controlled facility
  • Company-paid short-term and long-term disability 
  • Company-paid life & AD&D insurance

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