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Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Machine Operator Job Description

This role focuses primarily on operating production machinery in a large, clean, and highly organized manufacturing facility. You will work across multiple shifts, initially on 2nd or 3rd shift, with a transition to 12-hour rotating day or night shifts. In addition to machine operation, you will support packaging and material movement throughout the plant while following strict safety, cleanliness, and quality standards.

• Operate production machinery safely and efficiently according to established procedures and quality standards.
• Monitor machines during operation, identify basic issues, and take appropriate action to maintain smooth production flow.
• Perform routine checks on equipment to ensure proper functioning and report any malfunctions or maintenance needs.
• Handle packaging tasks, including packing finished products and preparing materials for shipment or further processing.
• Move parts, components, and boxes around the plant as needed to support continuous production.
• Follow all safety guidelines, including proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to clean room protocols.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work area in line with 5S and related workplace organization practices.
• Walk between buildings and across different areas of the plant as required to support production activities.
• Work flexibly across 2nd and 3rd shifts, and transition to 12-hour rotating day or night shifts as the schedule changes.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production targets and resolve day-to-day operational issues.

• At least 6 months of manufacturing experience in a production or general labor environment.
• Consistent work history with a minimum tenure of 6 months at each previous job.
• Ability to maintain continuous employment without gaps longer than 30 days.
• Experience performing general labor tasks such as material handling, packaging, and basic machine operation.
• Willingness to wear and properly use personal protective equipment in a clean room environment.
• Ability to work 2nd shift (3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.) Monday through Friday and 3rd shift (11:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.) Sunday through Thursday, and to transition to 12-hour rotating day or night shifts.
• Capacity to perform physically active work, including walking long distances within a large facility and moving parts and boxes.
• Reliability and punctuality in adhering to assigned schedules and production demands.

• Comfort working in a structured, process-driven manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and standard operating procedures with strong attention to detail.
• Willingness to work in a meticulously clean, temperature-controlled, and brightly lit environment.
• Openness to ongoing training and skill development related to machine operation and manufacturing best practices.

Employees enjoy fully company-paid medical benefits, generous paid time off including 17 paid holidays in 2025 and 3 weeks of vacation, and access to an on-site cafeteria for added convenience. The organization invests in long-term growth through tuition and schooling paid programs, supporting professional development and career advancement in a stable and well-structured manufacturing environment.

The role is based in a very large manufacturing facility where employees walk frequently between multiple buildings and across different areas of the plant. The department operates as a clean room, requiring workers to wear specialized garb and a beard net if applicable. The workspace is meticulously clean, temperature controlled, and brightly lit, with a strong emphasis on 5S and workplace organization. Personal protective equipment is required, and the culture prioritizes safety, cleanliness, and efficiency. Initially, work is performed on 2nd shift (3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.) Monday through Friday and 3rd shift (11:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.) Sunday through Thursday, with a planned move to 12-hour rotating day or night shifts, requiring flexibility across different schedules.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Holland, MI.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/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 Holland,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 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.