Manufacturing Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician
Job Description

This role supports production operations at a growing plastics manufacturing facility in Charleston. The Manufacturing Technician operates and monitors extrusion and fabrication equipment, maintains product quality, and supports a safe, efficient, and organized manufacturing environment in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production equipment used in plastic extrusion and fabrication to meet production targets.
• Set up machines, load raw materials, and adjust operating settings to maintain consistent efficiency and product quality.
• Perform routine inspections and checks to ensure products meet required specifications and quality standards.
• Troubleshoot minor mechanical issues on production equipment and promptly escalate more complex maintenance needs.
• Maintain accurate production records, quality documentation, and any required logs or reports.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and free of hazards to support operational efficiency and safety.
• Work closely with maintenance, quality, and leadership teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Assist with hands-on troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems as needed.
• Support continuous improvement efforts in a fast-paced, production-driven environment focused on uptime and safety.

• 1+ year of manufacturing, production, or machine operation experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to learn and operate extrusion or plastics processing equipment.
• Ability to read basic measurements and follow written and verbal work instructions.
• Comfort working in a non-climate-controlled industrial environment with heat, humidity, and noise.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and perform repetitive tasks safely.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality and safety.
• Experience in fast-paced, 24/7 production environments.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills, with electrical and hydraulic experience considered a plus.
• Familiarity with PLCs, automated equipment, or preventive maintenance programs is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and blueprints.

• Plastics, extrusion, or industrial manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience as a process technician, machine operator, or in a similar production role.
• Exposure to electrical, hydraulic, or automated production systems.
• Comfort working with plastic extrusion and specialized plastics processing equipment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including maintenance and quality.
• Willingness to work rotating 12-hour shifts, including days and nights, and overtime as needed.

The company offers a stable, growing environment with a global footprint and a clean, organized manufacturing setting compared to heavier industry. Team members gain hands-on experience with specialized extrusion and plastics equipment and benefit from strong potential for long-term growth and skill development. The culture emphasizes teamwork, safety, and quality, providing a supportive, team-oriented environment where employees can build a lasting career.

Work Environment

This role is based in an industrial plastics facility located on the water, with exposure to heat, humidity, and noise. The environment is fast-paced and production-driven, with a strong focus on uptime, safety, and cleanliness. Employees work 12-hour rotating shifts on a schedule where they work 15 days per month, typically 48 hours one week and 36 hours the next, rotating between day and night shifts (for example, 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.). The schedule generally follows a pattern of seven days on and seven days off, with limited shift changes while on contract. Overtime is available. The role involves hands-on troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, and requires wearing appropriate PPE at all times in a clean, organized, but non-climate-controlled industrial setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charleston, SC.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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 Charleston,SC.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 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.