Senior Machine Operator - Night Shift
Content + Source + Freshness • 14 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value position due to decent pay but limited growth opportunities and potential strain from the night shift.
- Salary: $20.50/hr with night shift differential
- Comprehensive benefits including healthcare coverage
- Environment focused on manufacturing processes
- Requires flexibility for night shift work
Pros
- Shift differential included in salary ($20.50/hr)
- Comprehensive benefits package with various support options
- A chance to work in a reputable manufacturing environment
Cons
- Night shift may disrupt work-life balance
- Moderate growth prospects within the role
- Potentially monotonous tasks in a production setting
Who it's for
Entry to Mid-level • Night Shift
Good fit
- Individuals seeking entry to mid-level manufacturing positions
- Candidates adaptable to night shifts and routine work
- Those pursuing operational experience in a stable environment
Not recommended for
- Candidates seeking daytime work opportunities
- Individuals craving dynamic and high-stakes roles
- Professionals uninterested in repetitive tasks
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Shift Details: Rotational Shift 7:00pm - 7:00am
Pay rate: $20.50 per hour (includes shift differential)
Bonus eligible: No
Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
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Medical, dental and vision coverage
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Paid time off plan
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Health savings account (HSA)
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401k savings plan
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Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
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Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
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Short- and long-term disability coverage
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Work-Life resources
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Paid parental leave
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Healthy lifestyle programs
Application window anticipated to close: 12/13/2025 *If interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
What Production Operation contributes to Cardinal Health
Manufacturing is responsible for cost of production and maintenance activities including process improvement, supply chain management, quality assurance, employee safety and engagement, and environmental commitment.
Production Operation operates light-duty bench- or floor-type machine tools and automation equipment. May set up machining machines and make adjustments, and perform maintenance on machines. Checks work using prescribed gauges, jigs and fixtures to measure close tolerances. Some machines may be numerically controlled. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
Job Summary
The Senior Operator, Production Operations is an experienced operational role within a production facility. This job is responsible for manual operation tasks coupled with the operations of basic production machines. This job performs work under the direct supervision on the Supervisor, Manufacturing Management.
Responsibilities
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Perform a variety of tasks ranging from operating machine tools and automation equipment.
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Setting up machines, adjustments, and minor maintenance on machines.
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Conduct quality inspections, as well as quality and processing audits.
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Monitors production process and directs lower-level Operators.
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Operate light-duty bench or floor-type machine tools and automation equipment in the Briefs department. This could include setting up machines, making any necessary adjustments on the machines, and performing minor maintenance on machines.
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Conduct inspections, as well as quality and processing audits.
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Conduct basic trouble shooting and escalates issues to maintenance as necessary.
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Inspect and calibrate machinery as necessary.
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Ensure that the quality of products produced are within acceptable parameters.
Qualifications
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High School Diploma or GED preferred
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2 years related work experience and/or training preferred
What is expected of you and others at this level
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Applies knowledge and company policies to complete a variety of tasks.
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Demonstrates a working knowledge of jobs outside area of responsibility.
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Maintains appropriate licenses, training, and certifications.
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Works on assignments that are moderately difficult requiring judgment in resolving issues.
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May assist in recommendation of processes on new assignments.
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Adheres to all quality guidelines.
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Works with limited supervision.
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Work occasionally involves review of output by work lead or supervisor.
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May provide general guidance or technical assistance to less experienced team members.
Please follow this link for a short video walking you through our facility:
Greenwood, SC Manufacturing and Distribution of Inco Products - YouTube
""Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.
Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
