Aerotek

Now Hiring: Machine Operator

Join Our Team!

We’re looking for dedicated and detail-oriented Machine Operators to support our growing production team. If you thrive in a hands-on environment and are eager to grow with a company that values its people, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery safely and efficiently following standard procedures.
• Calibrate and monitor computer systems to ensure accurate machine settings.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance to maintain equipment performance.
• Inspect products for quality and compliance with specifications; conduct basic quality tests.
• Report equipment malfunctions, defects, or irregularities to supervisors promptly.
• Assist with machine startups, adjustments, and daily operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Properly label, identify, and dispose of rejected materials.

Compensation & Schedule

• Pay:$28.00 – $33.00 per hour (based on experience)

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Supportive, family-like team environment
• Competitive benefits package
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth

What We’re Looking For

• Strong computer and technical skills
• Ability to perform physical tasks and stand for extended periods
• Previous experience in industrial, manufacturing, or labor-intensive roles preferred

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $57630.00 - $68157.00/yr.

In a steady growing industry (turning recycled product into cardboard boxes). Many employees/supervisors moved from one of their northern plants o the Richmond Plant. Will have a steady supervising unit.

Direct Placement

Profit Sharing

450 million dollars invested into plant

Will have a ton of opportunity for growth internally into supervisor/lead roles and pay progression

Company sponsored health and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Profit sharing program for employees after 1 year and discretionary bonus

Generous paid time off and holiday benefits

Company paid short and long term disability

Advancement opportunities and referral bonuses

Reimbursement for safety shoes and glasses

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ashland,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 27, 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.