**Job Title: Assistant Extrusion Technician** **Job Description** Join our team as an Assistant Extrusion Technician, where you will play a vital role in supporting the production of high-quality plastic films and sheets. You will assist the Extrusion Technician in setting up and maintaining the production line to ensure smooth operation and consistent loading of raw materials. **Responsibilities** + Assist with setting up the extrusion line to ensure continuous loading of raw materials. + Prepare the line for running designated jobs and set up packaging as required. + Follow all process documentation accurately. + Unload and pack finished goods from the production line. + Climb ladders and handle containers weighing up to 35 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs infrequently. **Essential Skills** + Mechanical aptitude or extrusion experience. + Ability to read and write English. + Understanding of safety policies in the manufacturing industry. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Previous manufacturing experience. + Ability to utilize basic measuring devices. + Extrusion experience is a significant advantage. **Why Work Here?** Experience working in a modern facility with recent renovations and a well-equipped cafeteria. Be part of a dynamic team in a growing company that values innovation and continuous improvement. **Work Environment** The facility has recently undergone renovations, including an addition to the building, ensuring a modern and updated workspace. The work involves both day and night shifts, offering flexibility in scheduling. The company is expanding its capabilities by adding new extrusion lines to enhance production. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of WALLINGFORD, Connecticut. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 WALLINGFORD,CT. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Aug 1, 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.