Job Information
Aerotek Machine Operator Material Handler in Indianapolis, Indiana
Job Title: Machine Operator Material Handler
Job Description
The Machine Operator is responsible for the safe and productive operation of machines, including Granulator, Shredder, Color System, Wet Sorter System, and/or Extruder. This position involves material handling and maintaining a high-quality product.
Responsibilities
Understand, follow, and apply information from the Run Instruction Sheet (RIS). Set up, run, shut down, troubleshoot, clean the system, and perform general maintenance of machines.
Take regular and proper samples and systematically probe boxes as directed by RIS. Report discrepancies to lab personnel and supervisor.
Thoroughly clean boxes, lids, and skids prior to use. Determine the condition of packaging and dispose of any substandard material before reusing.
Complete the Run Number Time Log at the end of each shift.
Update RIS as needed and communicate information to the supervisor promptly.
Keep the work area clean and organized throughout the shift.
Maintain and properly complete logs for production ledgers (inbound, outbound, rejects, and run) and quality control.
Complete Work in Process (WIP) or Ready for Sale (RFS) tags.
Compute weights using correct gross, tare, and net figures.
Weigh material in boxes and hoppers and record weights accurately.
Become a certified operator on both a forklift and aerial lift as needed.
Assist with training new associates.
Load and unload material and place it into inventory locations using a forklift or pallet jack.
Compute pounds per hour processed during the run.
Compute percentages to document various run conditions and productivity standards.
Prepare boxes for material by placing labels correctly and removing extra labels.
Participate in shift meetings and training sessions.
Essential Skills
Experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally 1+ year working around machines.
Capacity for making mathematical computations with adding, subtracting, and calculating percentages.
Good handwriting for maintaining accurate records.
Experience troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment.
Sit-down forklift experience.
Ability to stand for the duration of the shift outside of breaks.
Ability to lift up to 65 lbs, not repetitively.
Comfortable with heights, able to work on an aerial lift as needed (25 feet with harness).
Steel-toed or composite-toed shoes (not provided).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Mechanical aptitude
Basic math skills
Machine operation
Production experience
Quality check
General labor
Material handling
Plastics manufacturing
Injection molding machine
Extrusion machine operation
Why Work Here?
Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), life and AD&D, disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Additionally, voluntary benefits such as stock options and 401k are available. Employees enjoy valuable extras and a supportive work environment.
Work Environment
Our client operates in a traditional manufacturing environment with machines performing various tasks to receive and separate plastics materials. The systems are very large, some as high as two stories. The work environment includes some dust and noise, requiring hearing and eye protection. Employees must be willing to climb stairs or use an aerial lift to troubleshoot and fix jams. Overall, despite being a plastics recycling plant, the environment is clean and well-maintained. Day Shift: 7:30am – 4:00pm, Monday – Friday. Night Shift: 11:30pm – 8:00am, Sunday (night) – Thursday (night).
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, Indiana.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 Indianapolis,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 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.