Job Information
Aerotek Machine Operator in Brownsville, Tennessee
Job Title: Machine Operator
Job Description
Prepare and stage materials for production, perform machine setup to specifications, and modify HMI settings. Start machines, regulate vacuum temperature, and synchronize the speed of extrusion. Operate and maintain machinery, including changing and cleaning extrusion heads. Monitor production lines, hopper levels, temperatures, and vacuum pressures. Perform tooling changes and reassemble using basic hand tools. Load product and materials into the machine, monitor product flow and temperature, and ensure quality products. Manually move up to 50 lbs and roll wheels weighing 700 - 1200 lbs. Operate forklifts and electric hand trucks to move materials and finished products. Examine and sample extruded products for defects, perform basic testing, and log findings. Modify products by changing HMI settings. Handle packaging, shipping, and receiving operations. Operate packaging equipment and assist where needed. Collect production data and use proper tools for the job. Bend, stoop, and lift products and tools as needed.
Responsibilities
Prepare and stage materials for production.
Perform machine setup to specifications and modify HMI settings.
Start machines and regulate vacuum temperature.
Synchronize the speed of extrusion.
Operate and maintain machinery, including changing and cleaning extrusion heads.
Monitor production lines, hopper levels, temperatures, and vacuum pressures.
Perform tooling changes and reassemble using basic hand tools.
Load product and materials into the machine.
Monitor product flow and temperature to ensure quality products.
Manually move up to 50 lbs and roll wheels weighing 700 - 1200 lbs.
Operate forklifts and electric hand trucks to move materials and finished products.
Examine and sample extruded products for defects.
Perform basic testing and log findings.
Modify products by changing HMI settings.
Handle packaging, shipping, and receiving operations.
Operate packaging equipment and assist where needed.
Collect production data.
Bend, stoop, and lift products and tools as needed.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Ability to wear required safety equipment.
Ability to climb ladders and stairs.
Good eye to hand coordination.
Ability to lift a minimum of 60 lbs.
Safe operation of forklifts and hand trucks.
Why Work Here?
Enjoy medical, dental, and vision insurance with low deductibles and an 85% company-paid insurance plan. Participate in a wellness program to earn substantial discounts on medical premiums. Benefit from up to 7% employer contribution to a 401K plan, paid vacation, and holidays. Receive pay increases throughout the first year of employment and annual merit increases. Earn quarterly perfect attendance incentives and participate in an employee recognition program to earn points for purchasing various products.
Work Environment
Shifts: 3 positions on 3rd shift (10:45 pm - 7:00 am, Monday - Friday) with potential overtime on weekends. Overtime is posted one week in advance, never exceeding 60 hours or scheduling a 7th day. Current work hours are 48 - 52 hours per week, with a busy season from February to June requiring 52 - 56 hours per week. Training on day shift for about 2 weeks is required. The company manufactures medical-grade rubber and plastic hoses for various industries. The staging and compounding areas are not temperature-controlled, with summer temperatures 15 degrees above outside temperatures. Individual fans and portable air blowers provide some cooling. Dress code: No jewelry, hair tied up if long, steel-toe shoes, long pants or jeans, and short sleeves allowed (no cut-off shirts or tank tops). Hearing and eye protection are required. Some areas require N95 face masks during specific tasks.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brownsville, Tennessee.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Brownsville,TN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 28, 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.