Job Information
Aerotek Reclaim in Chesapeake, Virginia
Job Title: Reclaim / Scrap Operator
Pay: $17.00/hour
Openings: 1 Day Shift | 3 Night Shifts
Position Overview
The Reclaim/Scrap Operator supports Machine Operators by recycling scrap aluminum and maintaining a clean, safe production environment. This role plays a key part in keeping operations running efficiently by reclaiming materials and assisting with housekeeping and machine clean-up.
This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone looking to get started in manufacturing, demonstrate reliability, and grow into a full-time production role.
Shifts & Schedule
Day Shift: 1 opening
Night Shift: 3 openings (6:00 PM – 6:15 AM)
Schedule Rotation:
2 days on / 2 days off
3 days on / 2 days off
2 days on / 3 days off
Candidates must be able to work night shift if assigned after training.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain cleanliness and organization in work areas
Follow all safety, environmental, and Lockout/Tagout procedures
Assist with scrap aluminum processing and recycling
Peel protective film from sheets and operate material separator
Draw ATH for proper disposal and assist with machine cleaning
Remove and sweep debris from burners and machinery
Support supervisors and team members with training and cross-training
Maintain a valid forklift license (as issued by Mitsubishi)
Wear required PPE at all times (safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, etc.)
Perform other duties as assigned by the department manager
Physical Requirements
Stand for extended periods during a 12-hour shift
Perform frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, and reaching
Occasional squatting, crouching, and overhead reaching
Push/pull materials using a pallet jack
Lift up to 30 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally
Climb ladders and stairs
Work safely around moving and heated industrial equipment
Maintain correctable eyesight and manual dexterity
Qualifications & Skills
Preferred Experience:
- Production, general labor, packaging, or material handling
Additional Qualifications:
Willingness to cross-train and learn multiple production tasks
Desire to grow within a manufacturing environment
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting
Why Work With Us?
Join a global leader in aluminum and metal composite manufacturing with over 40 years in the industry. We’re known for premium products, innovation, sustainability, and strong customer care. We offer a supportive work environment with competitive pay, benefits, paid time off, and sick leave.
Work Environment
This role is located in a non-climate-controlled production facility with exposure to heat and varying temperatures. Employees work around large industrial machinery and moving equipment, requiring constant focus on safety. PPE is required at all times. The environment is fast-paced, physically active, and team-driven.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chesapeake, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/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 Chesapeake,VA.
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.