Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Machine Operator

Shift: 6pm-6am; 12 hour shifts (2-2-3 schedule; working every other weekend)

Pay: $18-$19/hr to start (pay raise when brought direct)

Location: Jacksonville, FL (32216)

Contract-to-hire

Job Description: We are seeking a reliable and detail‑oriented  Machine Operator / Manufacturing Associate to join our production team. This role is ideal for someone with hands‑on manufacturing experience who enjoys physical work, teamwork, and maintaining high quality standards. As a Machine Operator, you will support daily production activities by loading materials, running equipment, and assisting with quality checks. Key duties include:

Bottling Line Operator:

• Operate and monitor bottling line equipment, including fillers, cappers, labelers, and packaging machines
• Perform routine equipment adjustments to maintain optimal production efficiency
• Conduct quality checks to ensure products meet product standards (fill levels, packaging integrity, labeling accuracy)
• Troubleshoot minor mechanical issues and escalate complex problems to maintenance teams
• Maintain production logs, downtime reports, and quality documentation

Can Packer Operator:

• Operate can packing machinery, including shrink wrappers, case packers, tray packers, and palletizers
• Monitor production lines to ensure proper packaging, alignment, and product flow
• Perform routine adjustments to machinery to maintain efficiency and reduce downtime
• Inspect finished packaged products for quality standards (pack integrity, labeling accuracy, damage-free packaging)
• Recognize and address minor mechanical issues; escalate major repairs to maintenance teams
• Conduct line changeovers and ensure correct packaging materials are used

Top Skills

• 2+ years of manufacturing experience
• Sit-down Forklift Operating Experience
• Ability to stand for the majority of the shift and perform repetitive loading tasks
• Strong attention to detail for quality checks
• Team‑oriented, works well with others
• Reliable attendance andconsistent performance

Qualifications  

• Ability to stand, lift light materials, and perform repetitive physical tasks
• Strong focus on quality and accuracy
• Good teamwork and communication skills
• Dependable, with excellent attendance

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jacksonville, FL.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jacksonville, FL.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Jacksonville,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 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.