Production Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Machine Operator

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced production worker to join our team. The role involves machine operation and handling of industrial equipment, primarily within a chemical plant setting. The successful candidate will be responsible for starting the chemical process of manufacturing tungsten by managing tungsten powder in barrels and operating dryers.

Responsibilities

• Operate industrial machinery, including furnaces and dryers.
• Handle and process tungsten powder in a chemical plant environment.
• Perform general production duties, including assembly and labor tasks.
• Utilize hand tools for various production activities.
• Engage in physical work, including lifting up to 30 lbs and moving product.
• Navigate a non-climate controlled environment while managing physical tasks.
• Complete training programs prior to starting shift duties.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in a very dirty and hot environment.

Essential Skills

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Prior experience in manufacturing or production, ideally in a chemical plant.
• Good work history with demonstrated reliability and performance.
• Ability to perform physical tasks and manual labor effectively.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical, construction, or chemical backgrounds is preferred.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures, with conditions reaching over 120&degree;F in summer.
• Comfortable working in an environment with ammonia smells and black powder residue

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Huntsville, AL.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Huntsville,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 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.