**Job Title: Operator Trainee** **Job Description** Join our team as an Operator Trainee where you will assist operators in the production of tubes and pipes utilized in the oil and gas industry. Your role will involve attention to detail and support across various areas of the warehouse, acting as a helper to the extrusion machine operators. You will be responsible for loading and unloading the machine, as well as monitoring operations to ensure proper production. **Responsibilities** + Monitor and track the use of raw materials as per specifications. + Report production issues, problems, and non-conformities to the Crew Leader. + Coordinate closely with Crew Leaders to avoid disruptions in the production schedule. + Set up machines according to specifications in the production work order. + Ensure product dimensions meet engineering specifications as outlined on production run sheets. + Adhere to 5S practices: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain. + Maintain and operate hand tools as necessary. + Calibrate extruder dies as needed. + Document all process parameters and raw material consumption for future reference. + Understand and read calipers, Pi Tapes, and measuring tapes. + Follow production performance goals, efficiencies, and KPIs. **Essential Skills** + At least 1 year of manufacturing experience. + Experience with plastics is a plus. + Ability to stand for up to 12 hours per day. + Capability to meet daily production goals and follow instructions. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience as an extrusion/compression/injection molding operator is ideal. + A positive attitude and good personality. **Why Work Here?** Be part of a team that values collaboration and efficiency. Our work environment fosters skill development and growth opportunities in the manufacturing industry. **Work Environment** Work in a small facility with a large coiling machine and a close-knit team. This is a non-climate-controlled environment. Shift options include 2nd shift from 3am to 11:30pm and 3rd shift from 11pm to 7:30am, with potential for overtime as production increases. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, Texas. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $14.00 - $14.00/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 Houston,TX. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 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.