• Machine Operator - 1st Shift

    Aerotek (Appleton, WI)


    Job Title: General Production Worker

    Job Description

    + As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for setting up and operating machines to cut sheets of paper or paperboard to specified dimensions.

    + You will read job orders to determine settings, operate computer systems or manually set trimmers, and measure paper using a quick scan machine.

    + You will position and align sheets, operate controls to cut sheets, adjust guides, and change shear blades as needed.

    + Additionally, you will become knowledgeable about paper grades, complete necessary paperwork, perform machine lubrication, and maintain a clean work area.

    Responsibilities

    + Read job orders to determine machine settings.

    + Set up and operate computer systems or manually adjust trimmers.

    + Measure paper using quick scan machine.

    + Position and align sheets against guides and clamp sheets to machine bed.

    + Operate controls to cut sheets and adjust guides for trimming.

    + Change shear blades when necessary.

    + Gain knowledge of all paper grades used.

    + Accurately complete all necessary paperwork.

    + Oil and grease the machine according to the lubrication schedule.

    + Maintain a clean work area.

    Essential Skills

    + Machine operation

    + Inspection and quality assurance

    + Machine setup and press operation

    + General labor and assembly

    + Hand tool usage

    + Ability to tend power shear and oversee production line functions

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    + Enjoy a structured work schedule with 4 ten-hour days, and opportunities for overtime on Fridays.

    + We offer a chance for career advancement in a position that only requires you to work the 1st shift.

    + Our competitive pay ensures you are rewarded for your hard work.

    Pay

    + $22-26/hour based off of interview and previous work experience.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of Appleton, WI.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $22.55 - $26.00/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 Appleton,WI.

     

    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.