Industrial Machine Operator Mechanic

Job Description

Join our team as a Machine Operator at a facility specializing in producing cement mixes, gravel, and sandbags. Your role will involve operating machinery that fills bags of cement mix, setting up machines based on product requirements, and ensuring the smooth operation of the equipment.

ResponsibilitiesRead job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.Observe dryer operation and perform adjustments to maintain set parameters.Fill material bins as needed to meet daily production schedules.Receive bulk truckloads of aggregates from outside carriers.Operate a front-end loader to fill bulk material silos.Perform routine machine maintenance.Start up machinery for daily production.Ensure all housekeeping is maintained in a clear and orderly fashion in assigned areas.Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed.Essential SkillsMachine operationMaintenance technician skillsMechanical aptitudeForklift operationAbility to use hand and power toolsAdditional Skills & QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED with basic mathematics skillsA minimum of 1 year as a Production Worker in a related position or industryForklift certification preferredAbility to work in a manufacturing facility with exposure to airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, forklifts, and noiseAbility to climb stairs and ladders occasionallyFrequent lifting and gathering of bags weighing up to 100 lbs.Constant good manual dexterity, multi-limb coordination, and staminaWhy Work Here?

We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits programs, a 5% 401k match, and health and wellness programs, fostering a supportive and healthy work environment.

Work Environment

Work in a small, dusty shop with a team of 5 people in production. The environment features conveyor systems, a dryer/tumbler, tall silos for storing materials, bagging machines, and stacking/palletizing machines. The job requires wearing a full-face respirator for protection and involves a swing shift from 10 am to 8:30 pm, Monday to Friday, with training beginning at 8 am.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $29.00/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 Portland,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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