As a Machine Operator, you will monitor and explain deviations from expected Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), complete machine-specific training, and perform necessary operator checklists. You will be responsible for data collection of quality measurements and correcting any deviations from quality standards to ensure product specifications. Your role includes monitoring SPC charting, communicating problems and continuous improvement ideas, and performing maintenance tasks. You will also be responsible for personal development by establishing SMART goals and participating in plant improvement teams.
ResponsibilitiesMonitor and explain deviations from expected Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).Complete machine and task-specific training as documented on the Operator Development Plan and perform necessary operator checklists.Collect quality measurement data and correct deviations to produce products within specifications.Monitor and respond to deviations within SPC charting.Communicate problems, progress reports, and continuous improvement ideas to management, maintenance, and production personnel.Perform maintenance tasks as outlined by the Maintenance Manager and in response to machine malfunctions. Troubleshoot machine and process issues.Promote and participate in good housekeeping habits to exceed management and customer expectations.Ensure completion of all cleaning tasks as outlined in the Master Cleaning Schedule.Maintain accurate production reporting documentation.Actively participate in plant teams and activities including safety, quality, sustainability, and continuous improvement.Operate Powered Industrial Truck, Boom Lift, and Scissor Lift according to OSHA regulations.
Essential SkillsExperience in machine operating and production.Ability to operate production machinery safely and efficiently.Ability to maintain appropriate documentation and communicate ideas and problems to appropriate staff.Proficient in performing scheduled preventative maintenance and other repairs to production equipment.
Additional Skills & QualificationsKnowledge of Quality, GMP, and Food Safety standards.Ability to ensure all production is properly labeled and tagged.Experience in performing line sanitization tasks.Ability to perform scheduled production equipment changeovers with minimal impact on OEE.
Why Work Here?
Enjoy working in a family-oriented team of 30-35 people. Benefit from holiday events, milestone celebrations, and company bonuses. Work in a climate-controlled environment with full benefits effective after 30 days, including medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs. Take advantage of paid volunteer time off, company-paid life insurance, and a 401(k) match. Enjoy free break-room wellness snacks and Wi-Fi, and access internal advancement opportunities.
Work Environment
The work environment includes both inside and outside conditions, with potential exposure to extreme heat, noise, vibrations, and moving mechanical parts. The role is subject to atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dust, and poor ventilation. The position operates on the second shift from Monday to Friday, 4 PM to 12 AM.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pendergrass, Georgia.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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 Pendergrass,GA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 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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\n \nThe 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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