Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

As a Machine Operator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our production machinery. You will be responsible for operating the machine, checking computer calibrations, performing minor preventative maintenance, and loading and offloading products. Your attention to detail and commitment to safety will be essential in maintaining high-quality standards and efficient production processes.

ResponsibilitiesOperate production machinery according to established procedures.Check and calibrate computer systems to ensure accurate machine settings and operations.Perform minor preventative maintenance tasks to keep machinery in optimal condition.Monitor product quality and compliance with specifications, conducting necessary quality tests.Report any defects, anomalies, or malfunctions to the operator or supervisor.Assist in maintaining a clean and organized work environment.Support the operator in daily tasks, including adjustments, machine startups, and regular operations.Ensure proper labeling, identification, and disposal of rejected products.Essential SkillsProficiency in computer operations is essential, as the machines are fully automated and operated using HMI screens.Ability to handle labor-intensive tasks in a fast-paced environment.Additional Skills & QualificationsIdeal candidates will have industrial experience or experience in labor-intensive industries such as concrete, asphalt, and construction.Why Work Here?

Located in Doswell on Bear Island, this facility is a very large papermill with a $450 million investment. With ample room for growth and great benefits typical of Canadian-owned companies, employees will find opportunities for advancement into supervisor/lead roles and pay progression. The company operates in a steadily growing industry, turning recycled products into cardboard boxes. Employees benefit from direct placement, profit sharing, and a strong benefits package.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $57630.00 - $68157.00/yr.

Cascades is located in Doswell on what is called Bear Island (not an actual island). It is a very large papermill that Cascades has put over 450 million invested in it. The facility is very nice and stays clean. They have a ton of room to grow and great benefits that we tend to see Canadian owned companies have. In a steady growing industry (turning recycled product into cardboard boxes). Many cascades employees/supervisors moved from one of their northern plants to work for Bear Island. Will have a steady supervising unit.
Direct Placement
Profit Sharing
450 million dollars invested into plant
Will have a ton of opportunity for growth internally into supervisor/lead roles and pay progression
Very strong benefits package.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ashland,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 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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