Aerotek

Job Title: Machine Operator

Location: Mitchell, SD

Ready to build your career with a stable company that values your skills? We’re hiring Machine Operators to join our production team!

💰 Pay: $20–$22/hour

🎁 Bonus: Up to $4,000 sign-on bonus (paid out over your first year)

⬆️ Growth: Opportunity for raises based on performance + shift differentials

📍 Shift Options

12-Hour Rotating Nights

• 5:45 PM – 6:00 AM
• Schedule: 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on (consistent rotation)

OR 8-Hour Shifts

• Mon–Fri: 2:45 PM – 11:00 PM
• Sun–Thurs: 10:45 PM – 7:00 AM

(Training starts on day shift before moving to your assigned schedule.)

🔧 What You’ll Do

• Operate and maintain production machinery
• Set up and troubleshoot glue systems (Mactron, Alpina, Pafra)
• Perform quality checks and inspect products
• Use hand and power tools during machine setup
• Support a safe, clean, and efficient work environment
• Lift materials (up to 50 lbs, team lifts as needed)

✅ What We’re Looking For

• 1–2 years of machine operation or production experience
• Mechanical/technical aptitude (auto or small engine experience a plus!)
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to read/write in English
• Comfortable with repetitive tasks, heat, and noise environments
• Experience with finishing/gluing machines or feeder/inspector roles is a plus

🏭 Work Environment & Perks

• Steel-toe boots required (reimbursed after hire)
• Smoke-free facility
• Fast-paced production setting with growth opportunities
• Stable schedule options so you can plan ahead

✨ If you're mechanically inclined, dependable, and ready to grow with a strong team—apply today!

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Mitchell, SD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Mitchell,SD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 14, 2026.

About Aerotek

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 origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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