Job Title: Machine Operator
Job Description

Join a leading developer and manufacturer of engineered polymeric solutions for the medical device industry. This role supports the healthcare industry across various market segments, including catheters, minimally invasive procedures, diagnostics, fluid management, and packaging. We are expanding our extrusion lines and seeking a dedicated Machine Operator to join our team.

ResponsibilitiesOperate extrusion machinery according to provided instructions and safety guidelines.Perform detailed mechanical assembly, quality checks, and manufacturing tasks.Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of production activities.Ensure reliability and initiative in learning and maintaining production schedules.Stand and work on your feet for 8+ hours a day.Collaborate closely with extrusion operators and the maintenance team.Essential SkillsAt least 6 months of mechanical skills in mechanical assembly, quality, manufacturing, or operating experience.Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions precisely.Reliability and proactive attitude towards learning and production.Ability to read and write in English fluently for heavy documentation tasks.Reliable transportation to and from the workplace.Additional Skills & QualificationsEnjoy working with hands and possess the right characteristics for the role.Experience with general labor, hand tools, machine setup, utility operations, and general production tasks.Why Work Here?

We encourage employees to bring original ideas to the table and offer programs to support this. Our mission is to produce the highest quality products for customers, literally saving lives. We are flexible with processes and open to new ideas, regardless of career stage. Many of our leadership team started from entry-level positions and worked their way up. The average tenure for operators is over 10 years, and we experience 20% growth year over year. We have never had layoffs, making us recession-proof. We offer value-add programs, philanthropy events, and promote work-life balance. Additionally, we provide a 401K match of 100%, promote equality, and offer quarterly production bonuses based on performance.

Work Environment

Work will be performed on the manufacturing floor, closely collaborating with extrusion operators and the maintenance team. The facility is smaller but very clean, providing a safe and organized work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Putnam, Connecticut.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 Putnam,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 12, 2025.

\n

\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

\n \n \n

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.

\n \n

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.

\n\n