Job Information
Aerotek Machine Operator in Richmond, Virginia
Job Title: Machine Operator
Job Description
As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for interpreting production orders, setting up equipment, setting print plates, choosing inks, assuring proper registration, operating equipment, tracking process metrics, and reporting results. This role requires experience in digital printing with flexo and die cutting machines. You will handle various production tasks, including heavy lifting, running multiple machines, and performing quality control checks on labels. Additionally, you will be responsible for banding and crating the finished product.
Responsibilities
Interpret production orders and set up equipment
Set print plates and choose inks
Assure proper registration and operate equipment
Track process metrics and report results
Run multiple machines and manage various operations
Perform constant quality control checks on labels
Band and crate finished products
Essential Skills
Machine operation
Machining
Mechanical aptitude
Packaging
Setting up and troubleshooting machines
Adjusting and changing over machines
Forklift operation
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Previous machine operating experience
Ability to set up, troubleshoot, and adjust machines
Why Work Here?
This company offers excellent benefits and genuinely cares about their employees. They are currently focused on upskilling their talent, providing a great environment for professional growth.
Work Environment
The team currently consists of about 30 people on site. The dress code includes steel-toed boots, jeans, and a t-shirt, with uniforms provided once permanent. The work schedule is Monday to Friday with 8-hour shifts (7:00am-3:00pm; 3:00pm - 11:00pm; 11:00pm - 7:00am).
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, Virginia.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $26.00
• 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 Richmond,VA.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Dec 20, 2024.
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.