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Machine Helper

Kenosha, WI

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

Provide feedback to supervision regarding machine efficiency and product quality. * Complete job responsibilities in a manner that does not put him/herself or other individuals in an unsafe situation.

Converting Machine Helper Mativ is a global leader in specialty materials headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia. The Company offers a wide range of critical components and engineered solutions that ...

2nd Shift Machine Helper

Emmaus, PA · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

The Machine Helper will be responsible for ensuring smooth operations by supporting the machine operator, monitoring board quality, addressing maintenance needs, and ensuring the production schedule ...

Machine Helper - 1st Shift

Emmaus, PA · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

The Machine Helper will be responsible for ensuring smooth operations by supporting the machine operator, monitoring board quality, addressing maintenance needs, and ensuring the production schedule ...

2nd Shift Machine Helper

Emmaus, PA · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

The Machine Helper will be responsible for ensuring smooth operations by supporting the machine operator, monitoring board quality, addressing maintenance needs, and ensuring the production schedule ...

Machine Helper - 1st Shift

Emmaus, PA · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

The Machine Helper will be responsible for ensuring smooth operations by supporting the machine operator, monitoring board quality, addressing maintenance needs, and ensuring the production schedule ...

Machine Helper - 1st Shift Shift/Hours: Monday - Friday 5:00AM - 1:30PM Starting Pay Rate: $16.00/hr As a Machine Helper at Pratt Industries - Hammond, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the ...

POSITION: 2nd Machine Helper LOCATION: Conyers Millugator, GA SHIFTS: 2nd & 3rd BASE PAY: $18/hourly PERKS of Pratt? Eligible for insurance benefits within ONE MONTH of hire 3 Months: 401K with ...

Machine Helper - 1st Shift Shift/Hours: Monday - Friday 5:00AM - 1:30PM Starting Pay Rate: $16.00/hr As a Machine Helper at Pratt Industries - Hammond, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the ...

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How much do machine helper jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for machine helper in the United States is $17.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Machine Helpers in a manufacturing environment and how can they be addressed?

Machine Helpers often encounter challenges such as keeping up with fast-paced production lines, handling repetitive tasks, and ensuring safety around heavy machinery. To address these, it's important to stay attentive, follow safety protocols, and communicate effectively with machine operators and supervisors. Developing good organizational habits and being proactive about machine maintenance can also help prevent breakdowns and maintain efficiency. Training and teamwork are key for overcoming these challenges and ensuring a smooth workflow.

What is the difference between Machine Helper vs Machine Operator?

AspectMachine HelperMachine Operator
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma; often additional certifications or training
Work EnvironmentFactories, manufacturing plants, construction sitesFactories, manufacturing plants, industrial settings
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed in manufacturing and constructionPrimarily in manufacturing, production, and industrial sectors
Job ResponsibilitiesAssist machine operators, prepare materials, perform basic maintenanceOperate machinery, monitor production, ensure safety and quality

In summary, a Machine Helper assists Machine Operators by preparing materials and performing basic tasks, while Machine Operators are responsible for running and managing machinery. Both roles are essential in manufacturing environments but differ in responsibilities and required skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Machine Helper, and why are they important?

To excel as a Machine Helper, you need basic mechanical aptitude, physical stamina, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with manufacturing machinery, safety protocols, and possibly forklift or OSHA certifications is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and reliability are important soft skills for this role. These skills and qualifications ensure safe and efficient machine operation, minimize downtime, and contribute to a productive work environment.

What are Machine Helpers?

Machine Helpers are workers who assist machine operators in manufacturing or production settings. They are responsible for supporting the setup, operation, and maintenance of machinery, as well as ensuring materials are loaded correctly and finished products are removed efficiently. Their duties often include cleaning equipment, monitoring machine performance, and helping with minor repairs or adjustments. Machine Helpers play a vital role in keeping production lines running smoothly and safely.
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Infographic showing various Machine Helper job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,293 per year, or $17.4 per hour.
Machine Helper

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

Company With around 480 locations in over 40 countries, thyssenkrupp Materials Services is the biggest materials distributor and service provider in the western world. The broad service spectrum offered by the materials experts enables customers to focus on their individual core business. The area of Materials Services spans two strategic areas: global materials distribution as one-stop-shop - from steel and stainless steel, tubes and pipes, nonferrous metals and specialty materials to plastics and raw materials - and tailored services in the areas of materials management and supply chain management. An extensive omnichannel architecture offers 250,000 customers worldwide cross-channel, round-the-clock access to more than 150,000 products and services. A highly efficient logistics system ensures that all requested services are smoothly integrated into customer production processes "just-in-time" or "just-in-sequence. Ken-Mac Metals Divison Ken-Mac Metals is one of the leading distributors of aluminum, pre-painted aluminum and stainless steel sheet, strip and coil in the country, distributing products throughout the NAFTA region from eight plant locations and additional warehouse and distribution facilities across North America. In addition, they offer value-added coil and cut-to-length processing and blanking services. The company is one of the largest distributors of its kind, with one of the most respected supply chains, positioning Ken-Mac Metals as a preferred material source. thyssenkrupp Steel Services Divison thyssenkrupp Steel Services, a division of thyssenkrupp Materials NA, Inc., is a leading supplier of flat rolled, hot rolled, and hot dipped carbon steel products to the U.S. Marketplace, including galvanneal, galvalume, galfan and enameling steel. Our people, our suppliers, and our state-of-the-art service centers in Richburg, South Carolina, Woodstock, Alabama, Sinton, Texas, and Detroit, Michigan all supported by a network of stocking locations throughout North America, are dedicated to providing exceptional customer service to our customers from a variety of manufacturing sectors. Your responsibilities Job SummaryApply metal to customer orders and accurately process material according to the work order specifications. Ensure that processing equipment is maintained in a safe and clean condition. Maintain processing area in a clean, safe and orderly manner. Complete all required information entry accurately. Perform any other tasks as assigned.Job Description

Key Accountabilities:

  • Must be certified in the material handler position.
  • Operate cranes, forklifts, and other material handling equipment.
  • Pull, inspect and verify product before processing.
  • Properly and safely set up equipment to run material to set up note specifications.
  • Process set up notes according to work order specifications.
  • Verify that product meets set up note specifications per written work instructions and record measurements (sampling plan).
  • Communicate with appropriate sales representative regarding changes/clarification to orders.
  • Perform equipment preventive maintenance; Perform general clean-up.
  • Properly enter/delete material identification tags per written instructions.
  • Assist in the packaging of material per written work instructions and work order.
  • Maintain issued measurement equipment in working condition.
  • Properly operate weighing scale and record inspection measurements.
  • Identify, record, and segregate scrap and any non-conforming material.
  • Provide feedback to supervision regarding machine efficiency and product quality.
  • Complete job responsibilities in a manner that does not put him/herself or other individuals in an unsafe situation.
  • Train others when required.
  • Assist in any activities related to lean and/or quality.
  • This is a position that works directly on the warehouse floor on or around heavy machinery.
  • Meets TKMNA Employee Attributes / Competencies

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirement for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

This position has been identified as "safety sensitive" by thyssenkrupp under applicable laws. Accordingly, any application for this position that is considered for employment with thyssenkrupp requires successful completion of pre-employment drug testing, which may include testing for marijuana in accordance with any applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements:

  • An individual must posses a high school diploma/ GED
  • Ability to read and write
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs
  • Perform basic math skills
  • Safety Mindset

Preferred Requirements:

  • Previous warehouse experience - especially in the metals industry
  • Previous forklift experience
  • Use of hand held measuring tools
  • Computer literate.
Benefits Overview

We offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as :

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance and Disability
  • Voluntary Wellness Programs

  • 401(k) and RRSP programs with Company Match
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • And more!

Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information.

Disclaimer

This is to notify the general public that some individuals/entities are using the thyssenkrupp ("TK") name, trademark, domain name, and logo without authorization. They are posing as employees, representatives, or agents of TK and its associated/group companies. These individuals/entities are fraudulently offering jobs online through texts, websites, telephone calls, emails, or by issuing fake offer letters. They are also soliciting jobseekers to deposit money in certain bank accounts or providing jobseekers with fraudulent checks to obtain banking information.


TK does not ask, solicit, or accept any monies in any form from candidates, job applicants, or potential jobseekers, who have applied to or wish to apply to TK, whether online or otherwise as a pre-employment requirement. TK bears no responsibility for money being deposited/withdrawn therefrom in response to such fake offers.


TK does not:


1.Send job offers from free email services like Gmail, Rediffmail, Yahoo mail, etc.;
2.Request payment of any kind from prospective jobseekers or candidates for employment;
3.Authorize anyone to collect money or agree to any monetary arrangement in return for a job at TK;
4.Send checks to job seekers; or
5.Make job offers through third parties. In the event TK uses professional recruitment services through a third party, offers are always made directly by TK and not by any third parties.

PLEASE NOTE:


1.TK strongly recommends that potential jobseekers do not respond to such fake solicitations, in any manner;
2.TK will not be responsible to anyone acting on an employment offer that is not directly made by TK;
3.Anyone making an employment offer in return for money is not authorized by TK; and
4.TK reserves the right to take legal action, including criminal action, against such individuals/entities.


TK follows a formal recruitment process through its own HR department and applications are evaluated by its HR department through pre-defined processes. Please visit our official careers website at https://jobs.thyssenkrupp.com/en to view authentic job openings at TK.


If you receive any unauthorized, suspicious, or fraudulent offers or interview calls, please email us at tkmna.employee.care@thyssenkrupp-materials.com.


We shall not accept any liability towards the representation made in any fraudulent communication or its consequences, and such fraudulent communication shall not be treated as any kind of offer or representation by TK or its group companies and affiliates.

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