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Job Title: Team Lead Operator

Job Description

The Team Lead Operator will be responsible for leading a team of 7-10 operators and ensuring the efficient operation of press machines in our printing facility. This role requires strong leadership skills, technical expertise in press machine operation, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Responsibilities

+ Lead and manage a team of 7-10 operators, providing guidance, training, and support.

+ Operate and oversee the operation of press machines, ensuring optimal performance and productivity.

+ Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on press machines to minimize downtime.

+ Monitor production processes to ensure quality standards are met.

+ Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of orders.

+ Maintain a safe and clean work environment, adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.

+ Communicate effectively with team members and management to address any issues or concerns.

Essential Skills

+ Proven experience in operating press machines in the printing industry.

+ Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.

+ Technical skills in machine maintenance and troubleshooting.

+ Excellent communication and organizational skills.

+ Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

+ Commitment to safety and quality standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with blueprint reading.

+ Knowledge of production processes.

+ Experience with press brake and flexography.

+ Mechanical aptitude.

+ Ability to set up machines.

Why Work Here?

We offer competitive pay, health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, and opportunities for professional development and advancement. Our company values a positive work-life balance and fosters a supportive and collaborative work culture.

Work Environment

Working in a climate-controlled printing environment. This role is on the night shift, Monday to Thursday, from 4:00 PM to 2:30 AM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Paola, Kansas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $32.00/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 Paola,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 9, 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.