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Job Description

We are seeking a reliable and hands-on Manufacturing Technician to support production operations at a growing plastics manufacturing facility in Charleston. This role is responsible for operating equipment, monitoring production processes, and ensuring quality standards are met in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production equipment used in plastic extrusion and fabrication.
• Set up machines, load raw materials, and adjust settings as needed to maintain efficiency.
• Perform routine inspections to ensure product quality meets specifications.
• Troubleshoot minor mechanical issues and escalate larger maintenance needs.
• Maintain accurate production and quality documentation.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE at all times.
• Keep work area clean and organized to support operational efficiency.
• Work closely with maintenance, quality, and leadership teams.

Essential Skills

• Mechanical aptitude and ability to learn extrusion or plastics processing equipment.
• Ability to read basic measurements and follow work instructions.
• Comfortable working in a non-climate-controlled environment.
• Ability to stand, lift (up to 50 lbs), and perform repetitive tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• 1+ year of manufacturing, production, or machine operation experience preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Plastics/extrusion or industrial manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills (electrical/hydraulic a plus).
• Familiarity with PLCs, automated equipment, or PM programs is a plus.
• Ability to read schematics/blueprints.
• Experience in fast-paced, 24/7 production environments.

Why Work Here?

Join a stable, growing company with a global footprint and work in a clean, organized manufacturing environment. This is an opportunity to work on specialized extrusion and plastics equipment with strong potential for long-term growth and skill development. Enjoy a team-oriented environment with a focus on safety and quality.

Work Environment

The role involves working 12-hour rotating shifts (days/nights), with overtime available, in an industrial plastics facility located on the water. The environment can be hot, humid, and noisy, and PPE is required. You will engage in hands-on troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems in a fast-paced, production-driven team environment focused on uptime and safety. The rotating schedule includes working 15 days out of the entire month, with a rotation between day/night shifts from 7 am to 7 pm.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charleston, SC.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Charleston,SC.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and empl