Production Machine Operator

Job Title: Production OperatorJob DescriptionThe Production Operator plays a key role in a clean, food-grade plastic extrusion manufacturing environment, focusing on consistent product quality, reliable machine operation, and effective teamwork. In this role, you operate and monitor production equipment, perform frequent quality inspections, and ensure finished products are packaged, labeled, and tracked accurately.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production machines, including presses, labeling lines, and related equipment to maintain steady and efficient output.
• Perform visual quality inspections on caps and finished products as often as possible to detect defects and non-compliance in line with the quality control plan.
• Supervise the packaging of caps by preparing boxes, rotating and closing full boxes, stacking boxes on pallets, and identifying boxes with appropriate production labels.
• Check camera releases and detection systems to identify non-conformities and product defects, and take corrective action when needed.
• Ensure a steady supply of caps and labels on the HOD labeling line to support continuous production flow.
• Start and stop presses, labeling lines, and associated equipment safely and according to established procedures.
• Assist with minor machine resets or adjustments to maintain proper operation and product quality.
• Use an RF scanner to track materials and finished goods, ensuring accurate inventory and production records.
• Clean injection presses, finishing lines, and all related equipment according to the established cleaning plan and food-grade standards.
• Keep the working area clean, organized, and compliant with housekeeping and safety requirements.
• Wrap pallets with plastic wrap and prepare them for storage or shipment.
• Monitor the proper functioning of presses and related equipment through regular visual inspections and basic mechanical checks.
• Package and label finished products accurately, following production specifications and customer requirements.
• Stand for the full shift and lift, carry, and stack boxes weighing up to 2530 pounds safely and repeatedly.
• Follow written and verbal instructions, adhere to safety guidelines, and comply with all regulated food-grade manufacturing procedures.

Essential Skills

• Previous experience in production, warehouse, or general labor environments.
• Ability to stand for a full shift and repeatedly lift and stack boxes weighing up to 2530 pounds.
• Comfort working in a clean, regulated environment that requires hairnets, no jewelry, and adherence to food-grade standards.
• Basic mechanical knowledge to recognize equipment issues and assist with minor adjustments.
• Ability to read and write to follow instructions, labels, and production documentation accurately.
• Good physical condition, including overall health and good vision, to perform frequent visual inspections.
• Organizational capacity to manage materials, packaging, and work area in a structured way.
• Autonomy and initiative to take action, prioritize tasks, and maintain productivity with limited supervision.
• Ability to make quick decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining safety and quality.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in plastics manufacturing, plastic extrusion, or food production environments.
• Familiarity with RF scanners for material and inventory tracking.
• Comfort with routine equipment cleaning and basic maintenance in accordance with cleaning plans.
• Attention to detail for monitoring camera systems, labels, and product appearance.
• Strong sense of responsibility for maintaining quality standards and production consistency.

Why Work Here?You join a growing organization that is expanding with new product and production lines, offering stable, long-term opportunities rather than short-term roles. The culture emphasizes teamwork and mutual support on the production floor, with open and engaged leadership that remains visible and accessible. Employees benefit from advancement opportunities, a strong internal culture, and a focus on long-term growth and development. Work EnvironmentThis role is based in an indoor plastic extrusion facility that operates to food-grade manufacturing standards. You work on a first shift schedule, Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., in a clean, regulated environment where hairnets and similar hygiene measures are required and jewelry is not permitted. The facility uses production presses, labeling lines, injection equipment, finishing lines, RF scanners, and pallet-wrapping tools, and emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and adherence to safety and quality procedures. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Peoria, AZ. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $19.00 - $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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Peoria, AZ. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Peoria,AZ.

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.