Looking for more than just a job? Join a stable and growing manufacturing company where you'll gain hands-on experience with advanced production equipment, receive structured training, and have opportunities to grow your career. Whether you're an experienced machine operator or mechanically inclined and eager to learn, we want to hear from you.

As a Machine Operator, you'll play a critical role in the production process, ensuring products are manufactured efficiently, safely, and to quality standards.

• Operate and monitor forming and extrusion equipment
• Manage the production process from raw materials to finished products
• Adjust machine settings to maintain quality and efficiency
• Perform routine quality inspections using calipers and micrometers
• Troubleshoot minor equipment issues to minimize downtime
• Assist with machine setups and product changeovers
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately

• Disassemble and reassemble machinery for cleaning and maintenance
• Wash, sanitize, and polish equipment according to company standards
• Support maintenance efforts to keep equipment operating at peak performance
• Follow all sanitation and SSOP procedures

• At least 1 year of machine operating experience OR mechanical training
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with hand tools
• Ability to use or learn precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers
• Comfortable working with technology and touch-screen control systems
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work a rotating 12-hour schedule
• Strong attention to detail, safety, and quality

• Extrusion or plastics manufacturing experience
• Press or punch machine operating experience
• Manufacturing sanitation or industrial cleaning experience

• Fast-paced plastics manufacturing facility producing everyday consumer products such as cups, containers, and utensils
• Active, hands-on role involving walking, lifting, bending, and climbing stairs
• Warm and noisy production environment (hearing protection provided)
• Rotating 12-hour day or night shifts
• Consistent 3/4 schedule with only two weekends worked per month

• If you're mechanically minded, eager to learn, and looking for a company that offers training, advancement, and long-term stability, apply today and take the next step in your manufacturing career.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Leola, PA.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.59/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 Leola,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 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 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 or