**Job Title: Machine Operator** **Ready to take your mechanical skills to the next level? Join a team that values precision, safety, and growth. We’re hiring Machine Operators to run die-cutting presses in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.** **Available Shifts** 🔹 **First Shift** 🕖 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Monday–Friday) **🔹 Second Shift** 🕒 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM (Monday–Friday) **🔹 Third Shift** 🌙 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM (Sunday–Thursday) **What You’ll Do** **_As a Machine Operator, you’ll be responsible for:_** + Setting up and operating die-cutting presses with precision + Performing make-ready tasks, adjustments, and efficient job runs + Reviewing job orders for cutting specs and special instructions + Inspecting and maintaining cutting dies, making minor repairs as needed + Ensuring consistent quality and smooth shift-to-shift communication + Tracking inventory and waste using computer systems + Performing routine cleaning and maintenance, including working in confined spaces and climbing ladders + Handling physical tasks such as bending, lifting (up to 75 lbs), and clearing jams **What We’re Looking For** **_Required Skills:_** + Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work independently + Comfortable interpreting technical instructions (written and verbal) + Ability to distinguish color variations accurately + Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime + Physically capable of frequent lifting, bending, and movement **_Preferred Experience:_** + Prior experience in folding carton manufacturing or similar production environments **Why You’ll Love Working Here** + **Comprehensive Benefits:** Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match + **Career Growth:** Opportunities to advance in a company that values safety, quality, and performance + **Team Culture:** Supportive environment with a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement **Work Environment** You’ll be working in a dynamic warehouse setting focused on printing and box-making. Safety and quality are top priorities, and you’ll be part of a team committed to production excellence. **Job Type & Location** Contract-to-Hire position based in Saint Paul, Minnesota **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.88 - $26.06/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 Saint Paul,MN. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 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.