**Production Machine Operator | Lugoff, SC | $** **18hr** **Job Description** Join our dynamic team as a Machine Operator, where you will play a crucial role in packaging fibers into buffering tubs using a buffering machine. You will be responsible for operating extrusion machines, inputting data into computers, loading fiber reels, managing unwinds and rewinds, and conducting minor troubleshooting of extrusion machines. This position requires the ability to push and pull up to 10 pounds repetitively and involves machine operating tasks. **Responsibilities** + Package fibers into buffering tubs using a buffering machine. + Operate extrusion machines efficiently and effectively. + Input data accurately into computer systems. + Load fiber reels and manage unwinds and rewinds. + Perform minor troubleshooting of extrusion machines. + Push and pull up to 10 pounds repetitively. + Engage in machine operating tasks. **Essential Skills** + 3 years of true manufacturing experience. + 3 years of machine operating experience. + Experience with machine operations that involve transformation of input materials. **Job Details** + **90-day Contract-to-Hire** + **Shift** : + Training: Day shift, 7am - 3pm, Mon - Fri for the first 1-2 weeks + Regular Schedule: 7pm - 7am, 223 Schedule + **Pay** : + Training Pay: $17/hr + 90-Day Contract Pay: $18/hr + Permanent Employee Pay: $19/hr **Why Work Here?** This is a unique opportunity to join a growing company at the ground level and advance with us. We offer a supportive environment with amenities such as a pool table in the break room. **Work Environment** The position is for the night shift from 7pm to 7am. During the first week, training will be conducted on the 1st shift (Tuesday to Thursday), after which you will receive your night shift schedule. Our work environment is designed to foster growth and development, free from the constraints of typical assembly line or button-pushing roles. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lugoff, SC. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $16.00/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 Lugoff,SC. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 4, 2026. **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.