Job Information
Aerotek Production Machine Operator in WESTFIELD, Massachusetts
Job Title: Production Machine Operator
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Production Machine Operator to join our team. You will work on an assembly line, ensuring that all processes are adhered to and teaching other team members how to perform their tasks correctly. This role involves rotating positions to achieve cross-training, building pallets, and loading and unloading products. If you have at least 1 year of experience operating production machines and enjoy working in a team environment, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
Operate production machines on the assembly line.
Ensure adherence to all processes and standard operating procedures.
Teach and mentor general production employees.
Rotate positions to facilitate cross-training among team members.
Build pallets following proper SOP.
Load and unload products as part of the manufacturing process.
Work collaboratively in a team environment with 3-4 people in each cell.
Inspect and ensure the quality of products.
Use hand tools and forklifts as required.
Essential Skills
At least 1 year of experience as a production machine operator.
Experience in the manufacturing industry.
Ability to work on an assembly line.
Strong understanding of production processes.
Capability to teach and train other employees.
Teamwork and communication skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with general labor and machine operation.
Knowledge of boxing, packing, and palletizing.
Ability to use hand tools and forklifts.
Why Work Here?
This position offers a great opportunity for you to become a permanent machine operator. Our company values a close-knit work environment and frequently holds cookouts and other activities to foster team bonding. We have recently been acquired by a larger corporation, which opens up more growth opportunities for our employees.
Work Environment
You will be working in a packaging manufacturing company that produces various types of paper and wax paper for the food industry. The work environment involves the use of different technologies and equipment to produce high-quality paper products. The facility operates three shifts: 1st shift from 7am to 3:10pm, 2nd shift from 3pm to 11:10pm, and 3rd shift from 11pm to 7:10am. The dress code is standard for a manufacturing environment, ensuring safety and comfort.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of WESTFIELD, Massachusetts.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $18.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in WESTFIELD,MA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 11, 2025.
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.