**Job Title: Machine Technician** **Job Description** As a Machine Technician, you will provide support, participate proactively, and demonstrate leadership in Safety and Quality in your area. You will be responsible for keeping the machines and working area clean and in good condition. You will operate, change over, and make fine adjustments to the production Semiautomatic Line, specifically the Box Former and/or Box Closer or Case Packer, following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). You will troubleshoot and resolve issues promptly and maintain high-quality product standards. **Responsibilities** + Ensure compliance with Safety legal requirements and standards, both external and internal. + Maintain cleanliness and good condition of machines and working area before, during, and after shifts. + Operate, change over, and adjust the Box Former and/or Box Closer or Case Packer following SOP. + Troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner. + Ensure high-quality product standards from the Box Former and/or Box Closer, Case Packer. + Maintain constant flow of the line to avoid unexpected downtimes, collaborating with maintenance, engineering, and other support areas. + Support line operation activities such as Autonomous Maintenance (AM), 5S, Quality Checks, and Line Release Audits. + Propose improvements in production processes regarding safety, quality, and operations. **Essential Skills** + 2-5 years of experience in packaging, production equipment, quality inspection, and quality standards. + Experience with production equipment, quality control, and minor machine maintenance. + Proficiency in troubleshooting, quality assurance, and inventory control. + Experience in shipping and receiving, material handling, forklift operation, and computer skills. + Ability to conduct visual inspections, read blueprints, and perform color matching. + Experience with CNC, inspection, and machine operation, ideally in box manufacturing or related fields. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + 1-2 years of experience with high-speed production lines, specifically with box former/box closer and case packer machines. + Preferred experience with cardboard processing machinery. + Strong verbal and written communication skills with peers and leaders. + Good math skills, ability to read a tape measure, understand fractions and decimals, and convert fractions and decimals. + Analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills. + Experience with computers in a manufacturing setting (e.g., EasyHMI, electronic settings, solving for faults/alarms). + Experience with minor mechanical repairs (e.g., jams, using tools, making basic adjustments to equipment). + Experience with conducting preventative maintenance. **Why Work Here?** At the core of our company is the belief that only the best is good enough. This extends to product quality, safe products for consumers, and daily operations for our employees. We strive to make a positive impact on the environment and our communities, and we inspire the builders of the future. We offer quick upward mobility, with the opportunity to move from Level 1 to Level 2 within 90 days. We provide a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, health spending account, and ancillary benefits. Additionally, we offer a bonus program and a structured career path with opportunities for growth and salary progression. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $21.74 - $21.74 • 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 Colonial Heights,VA. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Jan 22, 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.