Machine Operator - Night Shift

Charter Manufacturing

Last Updated: 5/6/2026 3:02:23 AM

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Current Days Open
9
Reqs Seen
4
Current Min Salary
$26.50 (Hourly)
Current Max Salary
$26.50 (Hourly)
Historical Time to Fill
21
First Seen
4/2/2026
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$26.50 (Hourly)
8/22/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$26.50 (Hourly)
8/22/2026

Full Job Description

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family! Charter Steel is hiring Machine Operators! Are you the kind of person who takes pride in a hard days work someone who knows the value of showing up, working with your hands, and being part of a crew that has your back? If youre looking for a solid nightshift opportunity with real growth, strong pay, and benefits you can count on, Charter Steel in Saukville, WI is ready for you. As we celebrate 90 years of Americanmade strength, were looking for dedicated people to help carry that tradition forward. If youre ready to build a career with a company thats been standing strong for nearly a century, we want YOU on our team. Exciting Opportunities Await: Wire Draw Operator: Operate a wire draw machine to create finished products, package steel coils to meet customer specifications, and transport coils for storage using a forklift. Bander: Running industrial banding/steel packaging machines and forklifts Whats in it for You? $26.50/hour starting pay: includes night shift premium, paid weekly, first increase after just 3 months! Growth and Rewards: Enjoy regular pay increases as you learn new skills, plus a $2,000 sign on bonus Bonuses: Enjoy quarterly bonuses for your hard work. Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision benefits, Paid Time Off, 401(k) with employer match and profit sharing. Schedule: 12 hour night shifts on our 5-2-2-5 schedule. You would work 5 nights on, 2 nights off, 2 nights on, 5 nights off; Have every other weekend off! Stability and Safety: Join a family-owned, stable, and growing company that puts people & safety first. On-the-Job Training: We invest in your success with thorough training. What Were Looking For: Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required. If you dont have it, well support you through our free GED Works program. Skills: Quick learners who enjoy working with their hands. Team Players: Strong teamwork skills and excellent attendance. Attention to Detail: Ability to follow safety instructions and maintain high standards. Physical Ability: Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for a full shift. Background in manufacturing or industrial production, assembly, machining, set-up, metals industry Forklift experience is a plus! Ready to take the next step? For 90 years, Charter has been built by hardworking people who show up and get the job done. Join a team that values your effort and invests in your future. Apply today and build something solid with us. We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO). OUR STORY Charter Manufacturing is a family-owned group of diversified metals manufacturing businesses founded in 1936 and headquartered in Mequon, Wis. Our will to grow drives our success. It is fueled by a team of respected and dedicated employees committed to continuous improvement and an entrepreneurial spirit that thrives within the Charter family. WE ARE INVESTED IN YOU When you work at Charter Manufacturing youre part of a four-generation family business. That means, youre not just an employee, youre one of our family members. We believe in mutual trust. Employees are respected and empowered to explore new and better ways to impact the success of the company. Employees, at every level, are valued for their motivation to deliver the best products and service. We are in this together. Charter has a thriving team environment. Part of being a family means we collaborate, learn, thrive and benefit together. We are committed to your future. The forward thinking and enthusiasm from our team drives us to create resources and opportunities for employees to learn, develop and create their own future. We celebrate you. We are successful because of our employees and their great work doesnt go unnoticed. We recognize and reward our employees for their contributions. Visit our website to learn more about our family of companies. View our 2022 Sustainability Report. To review our data use practices, visit our Company Privacy Policy. View/Download Employment-related Notices: FMLA Poster E-Verify Participation Poster (English & Español) Right to Work Poster (English & Español)

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