**HIRING!!! Machine Operator - Direct Placement** **Job Description** We are a leading company specializing in safety cutting solutions, offering a wide range of industrial and consumer brands designed to enhance workplace safety and productivity by reducing cutting injuries and minimizing product damage. **Responsibilities** + Set up machinery for daily operations. + Conduct safety inspections on machinery. + Monitor equipment during operation. + Perform adjustments and repairs as needed. + Cross-train in all tasks within the Blades Department. + Complete additional tasks as directed by the supervisor. + Stage and pick materials both physically and electronically using a barcode scanner. + Manage reporting paperwork and data entry tasks. **Essential Skills** + 2-3 years of machine operating experience. + Solid experience in managing multiple priorities. + Ability to input, retrieve, and analyze data. + Full understanding of material storage procedures and practices. + Good oral and written communication skills. + Ability to speak, read, and write English. + Good math skills, including unit of measure conversions. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience in packaging and general production. + Familiarity with using a tape measure. **Why Work Here?** Join a company that prioritizes workplace safety and productivity. We offer opportunities for cross-training and professional growth. Enjoy a supportive work environment where your skills are valued and developed. **Work Environment** This position is in a manufacturing environment with a shift from 2pm to 10:30pm. The facility is equipped with modern machinery and requires adherence to safety protocols. Casual attire is acceptable. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Irvine, California. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $40000.00 - $42000.00 **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.