Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Title: Machine Operator Trainee (All Departments)

Job Description

This role offers the opportunity to train across multiple production departments, including fillers, retort, pod fills, and other machine lines. You will support safe, high-quality food and beverage manufacturing by operating equipment, correcting product issues, and following strict safety, quality, and sanitation standards. The position starts on day shift with the potential to transition into a full-time role that includes cross-training on various machines and a move to night shift as needed.

Responsibilities

Train on and support machine operations across all departments, including fillers, retort, pod fills, and other production lines as assigned.

Inspect products and correct issues by removing incorrect labels, neckbands, and expiration dates from bottles and applying the correct labels.

Perform repetitive production tasks with consistent speed, accuracy, and attention to detail.

Maintain a high level of safety awareness and follow all safety policies, procedures, and guidelines at all times.

Uphold strong quality standards and work with a high sense of urgency to meet production and quality goals.

Actively contribute as a working member of the production team and support coworkers to achieve shared objectives.

Foster a positive, collaborative team environment that aligns with the company’s mission, vision, and core values.

Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and work in full compliance with corporate and regulatory food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.

Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with hygiene and safety expectations.

Perform other production, general labor, and machine operation duties as assigned by leadership.Essential Skills

Experience in production, general labor, general production, or machine operation.

Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining accuracy and quality.

Strong commitment to safety, including consistent adherence to safety policies and procedures.

Ability to follow detailed instructions and comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

High level of attention to detail when inspecting and correcting product labels, neckbands, and expiration dates.

Capacity to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Willingness to move to night shift and work additional hours as needed to support production demands.

Reliability and punctuality to support consistent production schedules.Additional Skills & Qualifications

Previous experience in food and beverage manufacturing is a strong plus.

Prior machine operating experience in a manufacturing or production setting is preferred.

Familiarity with food safety, quality, and sanitation standards in a regulated environment.

Ability to cross-train on multiple machines and adapt to different production departments.

Comfort working under time pressure with a strong sense of urgency.

Capacity to stand for extended periods and perform manual tasks such as lifting, reaching, and repetitive motion.Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, growth-oriented manufacturing operation that offers clear opportunities to learn new skills and advance into a full-time role. The team values collaboration, safety, and quality, and invests in cross-training so you can build broad experience across multiple machine lines. You can expect a supportive environment that recognizes hard work, encourages teamwork, and provides room for long-term career development in production and machine operation.

Work Environment

This is a hands-on role in a food and beverage manufacturing facility that follows full Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). You will work on or around production machinery such as fillers, retort equipment, pod filling lines, and related production equipment. The environment is fast-paced and requires standing for most of the shift and performing repetitive tasks. The dress code includes steel-toed boots (which you must provide), hair net, beard net if applicable, uniform, and no jewelry to maintain safety and hygiene standards. The position may start on day shift with the expectation that you are willing to transition to night shift and work additional hours as production needs arise.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of MECHANICSBURG, PA.Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 MECHANICSBURG,PA.Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 2026.

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.Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.