**Machine Operator** **Job Description:** + We are seeking a skilled Machine Operator to set up machines for production, both within PLC and with mechanical parameters. The ideal candidate will identify and diagnose quality issues, find the root cause of problems, and make mechanical adjustments to equipment, including conveying systems. **Schedule:** + **Shift Pattern:** 3 on 4 off, 4 on 3 off + **Days:** Thursday - Saturday, alternating Wednesdays + **Hours:** 7:00pm - 7:00am (12-hour shifts on alternating Wednesdays) **Responsibilities:** + Set up machines for production, both within PLC and with mechanical parameters. + Identify and diagnose quality issues, finding the root cause of problems. + Make mechanical adjustments to equipment, including conveying systems. + Troubleshoot quality issues and make necessary changes to equipment to ensure product flows smoothly and finished product meets standards. **Essential Skills:** + Experience with mechanical machine operation (e.g., mold press, injection molding, press operating, CNC). + Mechanical aptitude and ability to make adjustments to mechanical printing and forming machines. + Experience in troubleshooting quality issues and making necessary changes to equipment. **Additional Skills & Qualifications:** + Track record of being mechanically inclined through interests, hobbies, or previous jobs (e.g., maintenance, machine operation). + Problem-solving mindset and ability to get to the root cause of an issue. **Why Work Here?** + **Stable Company:** Join a stable company in the paper/plastic consumables industry. + **Growth-Oriented:** Benefit from recent investments in new equipment and a growth-oriented approach backed by dedicated long-term customers. **Work Environment:** + Work in a clean, climate-controlled environment dedicated to producing both paper and plastic bags. + Enjoy a dedicated team for each machine and extensive training, as the learning curve to run machines can take a while. **Job Type & Location:** + This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vancouver, Washington. **How to Apply:** + Apply directly to the posting and a recruiter will reach out to you within 24 hours of application. **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.