**Job Title: UD Line Machine Operator** **Job Description** We are a leading advanced material provider for the composite and protective markets. At our site in Charlotte, we manufacture soft armor and have developed technologically advanced fiber reinforcements and prepregs for over 60 years. We serve customers in the aerospace, defense, energy, industrial, and protective markets with operations in North America and Europe. **Responsibilities** + Set up and operate all U.D. equipment including creel, chemical mixing, and UD line. + Mix water-based chemicals while following safe work practices. + Visually inspect products as they run and make adjustments to ensure fabric meets all quality and customer specifications. + Transfer products to the next process using hoists and/or pallet jacks. + Identify and repair machine malfunctions and troubleshoot problems, pulling in other support when needed. + Perform basic preventive maintenance on assigned equipment. + Enter data into the ERP system. **Essential Skills** + Experience as a Machine Operator, Machine Helper, or Machine Technician. + Ability to follow safe work practices while mixing water-based chemicals. + Skill in visually inspecting products and making necessary adjustments. + Experience in identifying and repairing machine malfunctions. + Basic preventive maintenance skills. **Work Environment** UD Line Operator: 12-hour shifts (7am-7pm) on a 2x2x3 schedule. Any night shift will train on day shift (7am-7pm) for 6-8 weeks. The facility is very clean and climate controlled. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $22.27 - $22.27/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 Charlotte,NC. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 2025. **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.