Focus Workforce Management has recently partnered with a large manufacturing facility in Waycross, Georgia. We are currently seeking candidates who are ambitious, smart, natural collaborators, influencing, and innovating in a challenging hyper-growth environment, we’d love to talk to you about joining our team. Machine Operators are responsible for performing various tasks for setting up, operation, monitoring, and preventive maintenance. Machinist will be responsible for inspecting parts and making adjustments, or changes as necessary to maintain quality. Requirements: • Must be able to arrive on time and maintain good attendance • Able to perform job task safely and efficiently • Able to stand for long periods of time • Other job specific requirements may apply Location: Waycross, Georgia 31501 Pay: Up to $9.00 per hour Shift: All shifts available
See More Details >>WHERE SLEEP IS PARAMOUNT! We are looking for experienced Tape Edge Machine Operators who understands that quality matters! Paramount Sleep is a third-generation, family-owned luxury mattress manufacturer located in Norfolk, VA since 1935, focused on teamwork, and offering competitive salary and benefits, and temperature-controlled workspaces. We are advertising this position through out the east coast, looking for candidates willing to relocate to the Norfolk/Virginia Beach Area. We produce some of the most beautiful luxury mattresses for the best and most successful retailers and boutique hotels across the United States. Resume must list your experience as a Mattress Tape Edger - including dates, factory name(s) and location(s) to be considered for this position. Resume with missing data will be rejected. We will be accepting applications through out 2025, till all positions are filled, let us know when you will be available to start. 4-day work schedule Tuesday thru Friday 6:00am - 4:45pm. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (includes the following, however, other duties may apply.) • Ensures proper fabric tape is used per label description. • Operates leg-clutch to stop and start sewing machine. • Feeds materials into sewing machine as the tape edge machine is pulled around mattress. Re-threads machine as needed. • Ensures quality standards are maintained. • Corrects any defective taping on mattresses. • Lifts or slides finished mattress onto take away conveyor. • Changes the needle and binding tape for the machine as needed. • Maintains clean work area and follows proper safety procedures. Sweeps floors as needed. • Makes any necessary machine adjustments and handles basic maintenance of machine such as lubrication. • Provide assistance to other Tape Edge Operators and areas of mattress building as requested. QUALIFICATIONS • Must be at least 18 years of age • 1 year of Tape Edge Machine Operator Experience • Good eye/hand coordination • With assistance must be able to lift, push, or carry mattresses weighing 50 - 100+ lbs. • Ability to interpret and support standards, policies and procedures established by Paramount and Federal/State/Local agencies BENEFITS: • Vacation and Sick Leave • Paid Holidays • Medical Insurance • Dental insurance • Vision Insurance • Life Insurance • 401(k)
See More Details >>Entering the machining trade in Waycross, GA, often begins with specialized training, combining hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to gain practical skills while learning the theoretical aspects. Training programs typically last 4-5 years, requiring extensive hours of supervised training under experienced professionals. According to the latest data, there are approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a significant number in Georgia, and the industry projects a steady demand for skilled workers. Apprentices in Waycross earn an average of $520 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $60,000 annually. Vocational schools, apprenticeship programs, and industry associations provide pathways for aspiring machinists to enter this rewarding field, which offers strong earning potential and opportunities for career advancement.
