Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

This role operates blending and production equipment to safely handle, mix, and prepare chemical solutions that support gallon, drum, and bulk-filling operations in a large manufacturing facility. The position works as part of a blending team to ensure high-quality finished products, accurate documentation, and a clean, orderly work area. Multiple shifts are available, including daylight (7:00 a.m.3:30 p.m.) and second shift (3:00 p.m.11:30 p.m.), Monday through Friday, with regular overtime and Saturday work during busy seasons.

Responsibilities

• Perform all chemical handling and blending activities for raw materials, slurries, and coolants to supply finished solutions to gallon-, drum-, and bulk-filling operations.
• Blend products according to specifications and collaborate closely with the blending team to complete assigned blending tasks efficiently and on schedule.
• Monitor blending quality throughout the process and take corrective action as needed to ensure products meet required standards.
• Accurately complete all required paperwork and documentation, including batch sheets and production records.
• Document chemical raw material usage and lot numbers on batch sheets to maintain full traceability of materials.
• Receive bulk chemicals and raw materials from various delivery methods, including tanker trucks, rail cars, and barges.
• Assist in investigations of out-of-specification materials by reviewing blending procedures, materials, and equipment conditions.
• Maintain the blending area in an orderly, clean, and safe condition, following housekeeping standards and procedures.
• Load bulk finished goods into tanker trucks as required, ensuring correct product, quantity, and safe transfer practices.
• Perform a variety of material handling operations, including moving, staging, and storing raw materials and finished products.
• Clean up and dispose of waste materials in accordance with safety and environmental guidelines, including cleaning spilled batch material and finished goods.
• Inspect tanks and associated piping systems regularly to ensure safe and efficient operation, identifying areas of concern and reporting issues promptly.
• Perform basic maintenance functions related to blending, mixing, compounding, and machine operation as assigned.
• Operate production machinery and equipment used for mixing, compounding, blending, batching, and general machine operation.
• Work as a production worker on the manufacturing line when needed, supporting overall production goals and schedules.

Essential Skills

• Experience operating machines in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Hands-on experience with batching, blending, or compounding processes in an industrial setting.
• Ability to safely handle chemical raw materials, slurries, and coolants while following established procedures.
• Strong attention to detail for monitoring product quality and accurately completing batch sheets and documentation.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large manufacturing facility that is cleaner than typical metal or steel-making environments, as work does not involve metal or steel production. Employees work around blending tanks, piping systems, and production machinery used for mixing, compounding, and batching chemical solutions. Work is performed on structured shifts with significant overtime: standard daylight hours are 7:00 a.m.3:30 p.m., second shift runs 3:00 p.m.11:30 p.m., and the typical schedule for this role may be around 6:00 a.m.4:00 p.m with some Saturday work during the busy season from October through February, averaging about 50 hours per week. Team members are expected to follow all safety rules, wear appropriate PPE, and maintain a clean, orderly work area in a fast-paced production setting.

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

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/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 New Kensington,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 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.