• Machine Operator

    Aerotek (Phoenixville, PA)


    Job Title: Machine Operator - Glue Pot and Roller Positioning

    Job Description

    We are seeking a skilled Machine Operator to manage the glue application process on paperboard by positioning rollers and operating machinery effectively. This role involves ensuring smooth machine operations, inspecting products for quality, and maintaining efficient workflow in the finishing area.

    Responsibilities

    + Operate and monitor glue pot machines to apply adhesive accurately onto paperboard.

    + Observe machine operation to detect malfunctions and inspect cartons for flaws.

    + Make mechanical adjustments on machines as needed.

    + Coordinate with Finishing Helpers to ensure all glue lines are adequately staffed.

    + Verify and stock the Finishing area with necessary supplies, coordinating with Purchasing.

    + Train Finishing Helpers and Finishing Operator Assistants.

    + Submit repair requests using Maintenance Connection.

    + Complete Daily Management boards, including root cause analysis and corrective action plans.

    + Perform duties of a Finishing Helper during staff shortages, including feeding cartons into machines, communicating with operators, and ensuring quality control.

    + Clear machine jams and verify pallet labels for accuracy.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in production and machine operation.

    + Ability to stand for the duration of the shift and lift/carry up to 50 lbs.

    + Proficiency in reading and interpreting safety rules, operating instructions, and manuals.

    + Capability to write routine reports and communicate effectively, with English/Spanish bilingualism as a plus.

    + Basic arithmetic skills and ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages.

    + Strong reasoning skills to solve practical problems and interpret various instructions.

    + Basic mechanical aptitude.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with cutting machinery similar to Sheet fed cutting equipment, such as the person 162 CER, 1600 ER, 103, and 126-BMA.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    The company values internal growth and promotes from within, offering opportunities for assistants to advance into operator roles. Join a dynamic team dedicated to safety and continuous improvement.

     

    Work Environment

     

    This role involves working in a 24/7 facility with about 170 employees. You must be able to work any shift, including 12-hour shifts, six days a week. The environment is not climate-controlled, and steel toe boots are required. The company provides gloves, ear plugs, and safety glasses to ensure safety.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenixville, PA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $21.68 - $21.68/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 Phoenixville,PA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 29, 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.