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Mohawk Industries

Relief Operator - 3rd Shift

Dalton, GA

$15 - $20.25/hr

The Relief operator is responsible for giving breaks to everyone in the line in the Dyeing department when needed. Major Function and Scope: Using brief narrative statements, describe each major ...

Trelleborg

Relief Operator - 3rd Shift

Delano, MN · On-site

$22.50 - $24.50/hr

Read, comprehend, and perform duties as outline in the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) or ... Pay: * $22.50 - $24.50 per hour plus $4.00 Shift Differential Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected ...

Joy Baking Group

Relief Operator (Third Shift)

Le Mars, IA · On-site

$17.50 - $23.75/hr

Serve as backup operator for other operator positions * Assist in conducting product quality checks * Make sure the product is in specification according to customer demands * Records appropriate ...

Evergy

Relief Operator

Saint Marys, KS · On-site

$38.49/hr

At the discretion of the shift supervisor they may also be used for additional operating duties where qualified. Absences of relief operators shall not be relieved." "The Relief Operator shall be ...

Evergy

Relief Operator

Saint Marys, KS · On-site

$38.49/hr

At the discretion of the shift supervisor they may also be used for additional operating duties where qualified. Absences of relief operators shall not be relieved." "The Relief Operator shall be ...

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How much do 3rd shift relief operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for 3rd shift relief operator in the United States is $21.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between 3Rd Shift Relief Operator vs Machine Operator?

Aspect3Rd Shift Relief OperatorMachine Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma, safety certificationsHigh school diploma, safety certifications
Work EnvironmentManufacturing or processing plant, night shiftManufacturing plant, day or night shift
Employer & IndustryFactories, plants, industrial facilitiesFactories, production lines, industrial facilities
Job FocusRelieving operators, monitoring equipment, safetyOperating machinery, maintaining production

The 3Rd Shift Relief Operator and Machine Operator roles share similar credentials and work environments, often within manufacturing settings. The Relief Operator primarily covers shifts to ensure continuous operation and safety, while the Machine Operator focuses on operating specific machinery. Both roles are essential for smooth plant operations, but the Relief Operator emphasizes shift coverage and safety protocols.

What are normal 3rd shift hours?

For a 3rd shift relief operator, normal hours typically run from around 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM or midnight to 8:00 AM, depending on the company's schedule. These shifts often require working overnight hours with potential for overtime or rotating schedules, and familiarity with safety protocols and operational tools is important.

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Night Shift Relief Operator

LAKE COUNTRY DAIRY INC

Turtle Lake, WI • On-site

$26 - $27.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Lake Country Dairy is an award winning Hard Italian Cheese manufacturing plant. We are proud to be a part of Wisconsin’s strong tradition of cheese making and our goal is to make the best cheese in the world!  

We are hiring a Night Shift Relief Operator to join our team of highly skilled and talented cheesemakers and operators!  Learn all skilled operator positions throughout the plant and provide coverage for vacations, medical leaves, call in's or other situations of need.  This position is ideal for someone who is mechanically inclined, enjoys variety in their work and likes to learn.  Great money making opportunity with overtime opportunities and increases given as you learn and get licensed in different positions.  Shift schedule varies based on the position you are providing coverage for, but primary hours will be 4PM-4AM or 6PM-6AM.

Why work for us?

  • Competitive wages, excellent shift differential and 1.5x Sunday pay.  
  • Overtime opportunities available
  • Opportunities for cross training, growth and advancement
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance in just 30 days
  • Employer HSA contribution
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Company paid short and long term disability insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Generous vacation and sick time off benefits 
  • Retirement plan with company contribution
  • Great discount on cheese!

Experience as a cheesemaker or other skilled position within a dairy plant is a plus, but not required.  We will provide all training and support for the right candidate!  Must have a mechanical aptitude, strong time management skills with ability to multi task and have excellent attention to detail. Flexible schedule and availability for OT is a must. 

Lake Country Dairy  .  458 Western Boulevard  .  Turtle Lake, WI 54889

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and drug free workplace

AI Recruiting Notice: Schuman Cheese may use AI-assisted tools to support recruiting activities, including candidate sourcing, job description development, and recruitment communications. AI is used only to assist our recruiting team. All hiring decisions are made by qualified Schuman Cheese employees following human review and evaluation.

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