**Job Title: Machine Operator Assistant** **Job Description** As a Machine Operator Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the production process by locating and supplying materials, weighing, strapping, bagging, and labeling finished goods. You will assist in performing in-process quality inspections and ensure accurate labeling of work-in-progress inventory. Your ability to communicate material needs to your supervisor will be essential in maintaining a smooth workflow. **Responsibilities** + Locate and supply materials for production. + Weigh, strap, bag, and label finished goods. + Assist with in-process quality inspections. + Inform supervisor of any material needs promptly. + Maintain in-process inventory by correctly labeling work-in-progress. + Verify material lot and quantity in production packets. **Essential Skills** + Mechanical aptitude. + Attention to detail. + Understanding of the manufacturing industry. + Ability to learn and adapt. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience in quality control. + Inventory management experience. + Ability to start and set up manufacturing processes. + Machine operation and inspection skills. **Why Work Here?** Enjoy a family-oriented work environment where the original family still owns the facility, fostering a close-knit community. Benefit from company outings such as team dinners and holiday events, and take advantage of cross-training opportunities to develop your skills in different areas. **Work Environment** Work in a facility with a family feel, located in North Smithfield, RI, and Woonsocket, RI. Experience a warm atmosphere in the summer while benefiting from the heat generated by machines, ensuring a comfortable environment year-round. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract position based out of North Smithfield, Rhode Island. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $17.50/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 Woonsocket,RI. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 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.