**Job Title: Machine Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking dedicated Machine Operators to join our team. This role requires flexibility to work across all shifts. The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing setting and be comfortable with machine operation and forklift use. **Responsibilities** + Set up blades and spacers according to specifications. + Operate forklift to transport materials. + Cut core length to specifications. + Process materials through the machine to slit material. + Complete slitter log using a computer program. **Essential Skills** + 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing setting. + Experience in machine operation. + Forklift operation experience. + Proficiency with computer programs. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Production experience. + Assembly experience. + General production knowledge. **Why Work Here?** We offer a supportive and dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth. Employees receive two pay raises within the first six months, reflecting our commitment to rewarding hard work and dedication. **Work Environment** The work environment is climate-controlled, ensuring comfort throughout your shifts. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Blacksburg, Virginia. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.09 - $20.09 **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.