Machine Operator

Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and adjusting packaging machinery to ensure efficient production, product quality, and compliance with company standards. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues while maintaining production goals.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment associated with the manufacturing process, ensuring safe and efficient production.
• Demonstrate technical proficiency with vertical form-fill-seal (VFFS) and horizontal form-fill-seal packaging equipment.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and adjust statistical weighers to minimize product giveaway and packaging film waste while maximizing line efficiency.
• Utilize computer systems effectively, including Microsoft Office applications, OIT/HMI interfaces, and process control systems.
• Maximize equipment uptime by anticipating and performing film and coding ribbon changes as needed.
• Accurately complete production documentation, line logs, and required paperwork; operate barcode scanning equipment as required.
• Assist with onboarding and training new employees on packaging processes and equipment operation.
• Continuously monitor equipment performance, identify operational issues, and perform minor adjustments using appropriate tools. Escalate recurring or unresolved issues to supervisors or maintenance personnel promptly.
• Understand and achieve established production targets and performance goals by making necessary equipment adjustments.
• Verify packaging materials, including film, boxes, dividers, and other supplies, ensuring proper materials are used and free of defects.
• Monitor incoming product quality to ensure size, color specifications (bleached/unbleached), and moisture levels meet established standards.
• Inspect finished packaged products for appearance, coding accuracy, print quality, and seal integrity.
• Monitor package weights and make adjustments as necessary to achieve product weight targets and minimize giveaway.
• Perform additional packaging-related duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in machine operating, production, and machine operation.
• Experience with forklift, packing, food processing, and food processing machinery.
• Strong troubleshooting, packaging, and inspection skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Must take and pass the machine operator test.
• Effective reading, writing, and speaking skills at multiple levels.
• Required to work any shift and overtime if necessary.
• Required to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must pass forklift certification class.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team in a large nut processing facility and be part of an organization that values efficiency and quality. Enjoy the opportunity to enhance your skills and grow within a supportive and well-equipped environment.

Work Environment

Work in a large nut processing facility with over 400 employees during the season. The environment is fast-paced, requiring the ability to work any shift and perform tasks that involve physical activity, including lifting up to 50 pounds.

Apply right now and  expect a call/text from Alondra with Aerotek . Positions  with this company will be filled quickly!

This is a Contract position based out of Stockton, CA.

The pay range for this position is $20.27 - $20.27/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 Stockton,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.