General Production Operator - Night Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Production Operator $20-26/hour

Job Description

This role supports a high-volume blow mold production facility by operating and monitoring pre-form machines, labelers, and blow mold equipment. You ensure consistent product quality, smooth machine operation, and safe, efficient production throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate pre-form machines, labelers, and blow mold machines to maintain steady and efficient production.
• Observe equipment performance throughout the shift and make basic adjustments to support safe and reliable operation.
• Support general production activities, including packaging, labeling, and material handling, to keep workflow moving smoothly.
• Perform visual inspections of products and components to identify defects, verify labeling, and ensure quality standards.
• Assist with set-up, changeovers, and basic machine operation tasks to minimize downtime and maintain productivity.

Essential Skills

• Previous production experience in a manufacturing or general production environment.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand how machines operate and respond to basic issues.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate production machinery such as pre-form machines, labelers, and blow mold equipment.
• Comfort working in a hands-on role that includes general labor, machine operation, packaging, and inspection.
• Strong attention to detail to identify quality issues and ensure accurate labeling and packaging.
• Ability to follow established procedures, including good manufacturing practices (GMP), and adhere to safety standards.
• Capability to work a 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM schedule on a rotating pattern (2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior machine operation experience in a manufacturing or production setting.
• Forklift experience or certification for safe material handling.
• Experience with blow mold, filling machines, or fillers.
• Background in quality, inspection, or medical assembly environments.
• Familiarity with CNC equipment or other automated machinery.
• Comfort using hand tools and performing basic mechanical tasks.
• Experience working under GMP or other regulated manufacturing standards.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable production environment that offers strong long-term financial benefits and a supportive culture. The role provides access to comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k) plan with a competitive match and a pension plan, helping you build financial security for the future. You work in a smaller department, which allows for closer teamwork, clearer communication, and a more personal environment. The rotating night schedule offers extended periods of time off during the week, supporting work-life balance while maintaining consistent hours.

Work Environment

You work in a very clean production area within a blow mold facility, alongside a small team of approximately four colleagues in your department. The role is based on a rotating night shift from 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM, following a 2-on, 2-off, 3-on, 2-off pattern. You interact regularly with production machinery such as pre-form machines, labelers, blow mold equipment, and potentially filling machines and forklifts, while following good manufacturing practices (GMP). The environment emphasizes cleanliness, safety, and teamwork, with a focus on consistent quality and efficient production.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of COLUMBUS, OH.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 COLUMBUS,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 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.