Machine Operator

**Job Title: Machine Operator** **Job Description** As a Machine Operator, you will monitor equipment daily, perform basic cleaning, reset equipment for the next day, and complete repairs to ensure continued production. You will be responsible for reading and following work order operations to produce products that meet approved quality standards. Additionally, you will assist in developing preventive and corrective maintenance programs and ensure that daily, weekly, and monthly periodic maintenance is completed. **Responsibilities** + Support the Lead in training all technicians on all Pre-Lam equipment. + Properly maintain working files to ensure correct operation of equipment. + Assist the Team Lead in estimating materials, labor, and equipment hours for project completion. + Provide root cause analysis and resolve problems. + Maintain in-process inventory at work centers by delivering and opening materials and supplies. + Interface with scheduling to determine production schedules. + Ensure full adherence to 5S practices at all times. + Track the achievement of production throughput against stated capacity targets. + Ensure that non-conforming material is clearly identified and segregated. + Escalate any issues to Leads immediately. **Essential Skills** + Set up machine and mechanically inclined. + Data entry and troubleshooting. + Machine operation and hand tool proficiency. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Engage and support companywide Safety and Cleanliness programs. + Handle related email correspondence. + Perform other job functions as assigned. + Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment. + Proven successful history in driving organizational and departmental changes. + Experience with Visual ERP is preferred. + Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. + Strong attention to detail and ability to self-check own work. + Excellent problem-solving skills. + Microsoft Office skills, including solid Excel skills, are required. **Why Work Here?** Join a team that values safety, cleanliness, and continuous improvement. You will have the opportunity to grow professionally in a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued. Enjoy a supportive work culture with opportunities for skill enhancement and career development. **Work Environment** This position operates on the 1st shift from 7 am to 3:30 pm. You will be part of a dynamic manufacturing environment where precision and attention to detail are key. **Job Type & Location** This is a Permanent position based out of Somerset, New Jersey. **Job Type & Location** This is a Permanent position based out of Somerset, NJ. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $37440.00 - $58240.00/yr. 401k bonuses pto health insurance **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Somerset,NJ. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Dec 2, 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.