Machine Operator

Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

Prepare and stage materials for production, perform machine setup to specifications, and adjust HMI settings (modifying RPMs)

Start machines and set controls according to the process sheet to regulate vacuum temperature and synchronize speed of extrusion

Run, operate, and perform minor preventative maintenance on machinery (change and clean extrusion heads, disassemble and clean machines, change over products 1-2 times weekly)

Maintain production on 2 lines – must be able to multitask and monitor hopper levels, temperatures, vacuum pressures, etc.

Perform tooling changes and utilize basic hand tools (crescent wrenches, Allen wrenches, power tools). Load product and materials into machines, monitor product flow and temperature, and modify settings to ensure quality products

Manually push, pull, or move up to 50 lbs throughout the shift, and roll 700-1200 lbs wheels every 25 minutes

Operate sit-down, stand-up forklifts, and electric hand trucks to move materials and finished products

Examine and sample extruded products for defects and provide samples to the lab for testing

Perform basic testing using calipers, gauges, and other tools to measure thickness, ID and OD tolerances, weigh samples, and log findings

Modify products by adjusting settings through HMI (will be trained)

Perform material handling operations (packaging, shipping, receiving)

Operate packaging equipment and palletizing systems, and assist where needed

Collect data on the production area. Bend, stoop, and lift products, tools, and other items needed to perform the job.

Hard Skills

Machine setup

HMI settings adjustment

Preventative maintenance

Tooling changes

Forklift operation

Basic testing with calipers and gauges

Material handling operations

Packaging equipment operation

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.