Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Machine Operator to join our team for the 1st shift. In this role, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining blending machines, ensuring the production of high-quality ink products. Your duties will include filling, canning, labeling, packaging, and cleaning machine parts and equipment. This position requires a keen attention to detail and the ability to work independently while maintaining a focus on quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Fill, can, and label ink canisters.

• Package and label products.

• Clean machine parts and equipment after production.

• Weigh materials and start the mixer for blending.

• Read batches/recipes, weigh and add materials to machines.

• Update computer systems with relevant production data.

• Assist with manufacturing products and adjusting machines.

• Ensure all production activities comply with established quality standards and procedures.

• Report potential safety hazards.

• Maintain neat and orderly facility areas.

• Ship and receive products.

• Deliver ink using the company truck.

Essential Skills

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Ability to multi-task and strong organizational skills.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Accountability and dependability (attendance).

• Ability to operate machinery with minimal supervision.

• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in logistics, production, machine operation, general labor, material handling, batch mixing, machine operating, inspection, blending, or quality control is preferred.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that has been a leader in the graphic arts industry for over 150 years. You will be part of a team that values quality, customer-oriented solutions, and a collaborative work environment. We offer opportunities for growth and development in a fast-paced, customer-centric setting.

Work Environment

The work environment has a strong smell of ink and is located in a loading dock area. You will be on your feet 95% of the day and should be able to work unplanned overtime. The facility operates from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with some overtime as needed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, Virginia.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00

• 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,VA.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 3, 2025.

About Aerotek:

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.