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Job Title: Machine Operator Assistant

Job Description

This position involves overseeing production runs through molding machines, ensuring quality control, and maintaining cleanliness in the Main Molding and Polycams areas.

Responsibilities

+ Monitor up to five presses based on production schedules and manufacturing requirements.

+ Inspect molded products hourly for defects and report any issues to the Team Leader/Processor or the Quality and Shift Supervisor.

+ Grind runners and check cappers for runners.

+ Clean tracks, bowls, conveyors, and upright conveyors as needed.

+ Perform quality checks and hygrade products for defects.

+ Complete labeling and ensure the separation of rejected and accepted products.

+ Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

+ Operate and monitor grinders and presses to ensure product specifications and deadlines are met.

+ Maintain a neat and orderly work area, keeping walkways and aisles clear.

+ Perform general housekeeping duties such as sweeping and trash removal.

+ Lift/move items up to 35 lbs. regularly.

+ Engage in standing, walking, bending, crouching, squatting, and reaching as required.

Essential Skills

+ Experience with production, general labor, and machine operation.

+ Mechanical aptitude and ability to handle heavy lifting.

+ Experience with plastics injection molding preferred.

+ One year of experience in a similar role is preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with hand tools and assembly is beneficial.

+ Capability to perform assembly and inspection functions when needed.

Why Work Here?

We believe that our employees are our greatest asset and are committed to creating a supportive work environment. Expect competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Our inclusive culture celebrates diversity and encourages teamwork. We support work-life balance through flexible arrangements and wellness programs. Join us to make a positive impact and advance your career.

Work Environment

The work environment on the manufacturing floor is collaborative with strong team dynamics. Safety protocols are strictly followed to ensure a secure workplace. Management feedback varies, but efforts are ongoing to improve relations. The demanding schedule is balanced with initiatives supporting work-life balance. Opportunities for skill development and career advancement are available. The culture encourages mutual respect and learning.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Slatersville, Rhode Island.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Slatersville,RI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 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.