Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

The Feeder Machine Operator sets up and operates production equipment to support high-volume carton manufacturing. This role prepares the feeder and delivery sections for production, supports press operations, performs quality checks, and handles finished cartons. The position requires strong attention to safety, the ability to perform repetitive physical tasks, and a willingness to work rotating shifts in a fast-paced, 24/7 facility.

Responsibilities

• Complete make-ready activities at the feeder and delivery sections to ensure machines are properly set up for each production run.
• Take off completed cartons from the machine and stack them neatly and safely on pallets as a repetitive, continuous task.
• Assist press operations with installing ink, operating equipment, making adjustments, and conducting tests to maintain consistent production quality.
• Perform required quality checks on products and processes, following established procedures and documentation requirements.
• Fill in and perform duties of the assistant press operator when that team member is absent or reassigned.
• Follow all safety rules and operating procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to safety guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area by performing housekeeping duties as needed.
• Read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance manuals, and procedure documents to ensure correct machine setup and operation.
• Write routine reports and basic documentation related to production, quality, and equipment performance.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to coordinate tasks, report issues, and support smooth production flow.
• Apply basic arithmetic to compute rates, ratios, percentages, and interpret bar graphs related to production metrics.
• Solve practical problems on the production floor where only limited standardization exists, using written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.
• Use basic mechanical aptitude to understand machine components, identify simple mechanical issues, and assist in minor adjustments.
• Work safely and efficiently during assigned shifts, including nights and rotating schedules, to support continuous operations in a 24/7 facility.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support overall production and operational goals.

Essential Skills

• Ability to complete machine make-ready at the feeder and delivery sections for production runs.
• Experience with production, machine operation, and general labor in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Ability to stand for the duration of the shift and perform repetitive tasks safely and consistently.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence clearly and accurately.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors in a production setting.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations with limited standardization.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Basic mechanical aptitude to understand and assist with machine operation, adjustments, and minor mechanical tasks.
• Strong safety awareness and commitment to following all safety policies and procedures.
• Willingness and ability to work rotating shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and overtime as needed in a 24/7 operation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bilingual skills in English and Spanish are a plus for reading, writing, and speaking in a production environment.
• Comfort working in a non–climate-controlled manufacturing facility.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-volume, team-based production environment with approximately 170 coworkers.
• Flexibility to move between different shifts as staffing needs change, including 7pm–7am rotating shifts, 3pm–11pm shifts (Monday–Friday), and 11pm–7am shifts (Sunday–Thursday).
• Willingness to wear required personal protective equipment, including steel toe boots, and to use company-provided gloves, ear plugs, and safety glasses.
• Interest in long-term growth opportunities, including progression from assistant roles into operator positions as experience is gained.

Why Work Here?

The organization emphasizes internal promotion, offering clear opportunities to grow from support roles into full operator positions as skills develop. You join a stable, around-the-clock operation with strong demand and consistent work, where overtime opportunities are available for those who want to increase their earnings. The culture prioritizes safety and teamwork, with a structured environment that values reliability, accountability, and continuous improvement. You work alongside a sizable workforce, gaining exposure to industrial production processes and building valuable experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenixville, PA.

The pay range for this position is $21.68 - $21.68/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Phoenixville,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.