Job Information
Aerotek Production Operator - Start ASAP in Olathe, Kansas
Job Title: Production Operator
$18.50-19.50/hour starting out. Will receive $1 pay raise once through the 90 day probationary period.
Shift:
7:45AM-8:15PM (1st Shift)
7:45PM-8:15AM (3rd Shift)
Job Description
This is a plastics manufacturing company that operates on a 2-2-3 schedule with 12-hour shifts. As a production operator, you will be responsible for operating two different machines to produce plastic film, conducting quality checks, wrapping products in shrink wrap, documenting paperwork, and performing other general production duties.
Responsibilities
Handle and monitor manufacturing machines in the plant, ensuring smooth and timely operations.
Operate equipment safely and effectively for production processing.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
Collaborate with and support other operators and departments as needed.
Perform daily maintenance tasks if required.
Assist with the operation of the Extrusion Machine and Slitting Machine.
Read, interpret, test, measure, and evaluate materials accurately.
Lift up to 50 pounds.
Conduct quality checks during production.
Package and palletize products, then run them through the shrink wrap for shipping preparation.
Perform any other general duties as needed.
Essential Skills
Technical knowledge and skills to operate machinery in a production environment.
Ability to read, interpret, test, measure, and evaluate materials.
Experience in machine operation, especially in plastics manufacturing, is highly preferred.
Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment
This role is based in a non-climate-controlled facility that can become hot due to the nature of plastics manufacturing. You will work in a fast-paced environment, frequently moving between machines and performing multiple tasks simultaneously.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $19.50
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 Olathe,KS.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Feb 1, 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.