• Machine Operator

    Aerotek (Ellington, CT)


    Job Title: Machine Operator

    Job Description

    A large food and beverage manufacturer is urgently seeking two Machine Operators to join their expanding team. This role is essential in maintaining machine operations to ensure efficient production processes.

    Responsibilities

    + Maintain the operations of the machine, including the operator of filler and wash cycles.

    + Reload and maintain continuous operation by loading paper cartons, bottles, and juices, including changing silos.

    + Monitor production quantities to ensure correct quantities are run according to the production schedule.

    + Complete necessary efficiency paperwork and monitor weights of filled cartons, dye checking for leaks.

    + Ensure compliance with product specifications and correct codes utilization.

    + Perform necessary quality checks and testing as directed by the Quality Department or management.

    + Comply with all company policies, procedures, and safety rules, maintaining a clean and organized work area.

    + Ensure machines are running at standard efficiency.

    + Perform routine maintenance, including filling peroxide, changing filters, defective u-cups in valves, and maintaining fluid levels in coders.

    + Accurately record production, machine efficiency, inefficiencies, and machine downtime to meet the production schedule.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in inspection, using hand tools and tape measures.

    + Proficiency as a Machine Operator with experience in food and beverage packaging equipment.

    + Ability to train others in machine operation, production, and packaging processes.

    + At least 1 year in food and beverage industry and 3-5 years in machine operating experience.

    + Computer literacy is essential due to the introduction of Smart TVs and new software.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Preferred candidates will come from a food and beverage experience.

    + Ability to work effectively in a team with a positive attitude.

    + Flexibility to work overtime, Saturdays or Sundays.

    + Previous lead experience is a plus, as the candidate will assist in training machine operators.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Be part of a rapidly growing company that is investing in new technology, including Smart TVs and automated machines. Enjoy the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and contribute to the success of a fast-paced manufacturing plant.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The work environment is hot and can be messy due to milk and juice spills on the ground. It requires resilience and adaptability to the conditions of a food and beverage manufacturing plant.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ellington, Connecticut.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/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 Ellington,CT.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 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.