• Operator

    Aerotek (Plainfield, IN)


    Job Title: Production Line Operator

    Job Description

    The Production Line Operator will play a crucial role in leading the production line, responsible for loading the machine with raw material coils and dies, monitoring in-process quality and production flow, and ensuring a quality finished product. The process is highly automated, with the operator primarily standing at a control panel and overseeing the production line to ensure smooth operations and timely changeovers. Proficiency in operating production equipment using the PLC/HMI touchscreen, as well as using a tape measure for quality checks and entering data into Excel, is essential.

    Responsibilities

    + Load the machine using a forklift.

    + Monitor in-process quality and production flow.

    + Ensure the production of a quality finished product.

    + Operate the PLC/HMI touchscreen to control the production process.

    + Use a tape measure to perform quality checks.

    + Enter quality check data into Excel spreadsheets.

    + Troubleshoot basic issues

    + Lead the line with laborers

    Essential Skills

    + Experience operating a sit-down forklift

    + Ability to stand on feet for 8-10 hours a day outside of breaks.

    + Proficiency in reading a tape measure for quality measurements.

    + Ability to key enter values in Microsoft Excel (no formulas).

    + Experience operating machines in a manufacturing environment using a PLC run program (HMI touchscreen/high-speed packaging).

    + Must possess steel-toe boots (boot allowance provided once full-time).

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Computer skills, including Excel data entry.

    + Experience with machine operation, HMI, and PLCs.

    + Mechanical skills for machine setup and troubleshooting.

    + Familiarity with manufacturing operations and packaging lines.

    + Experience using hand and power tools.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a growing facility with opportunities for promotion from within. With expansion plans in place, you can expect upward earnings mobility. The company offers a dynamic work environment where experienced operators can earn competitive wages, including a shift differential.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The position is for the 2nd shift (3 p.m. - 11 p.m.), with training on the 1st shift (5 a.m. - 3 p.m.). The manufacturing environment is not air-conditioned but is equipped with large fans to maintain a comfortable working temperature. PPE requirements include steel toes, long pants/jeans, gloves, and eye protection (provided).

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plainfield, IN.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/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 Plainfield,IN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 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.