Job Information
Aerotek Machine Operator in Kenosha, Wisconsin
Job Title: Machine Operator
Job Description
The Machine Operator safely operates palletizing machines, monitors production quality throughout the shift, and keeps equipment running efficiently by ensuring raw materials are continuously supplied. This role requires prior forklift operating experience, regular quality inspections, and maintaining a clean and organized work area.
Responsibilities
Operate palletizing machines in a safe, efficient, and consistent manner throughout the shift.
Monitor machine performance and promptly address basic issues or escalate concerns to maintain continuous operation.
Perform regular quality checks and inspections on products and materials during the shift to ensure they meet standards.
Attend to machines to ensure raw materials do not run out and replenish materials as needed to avoid downtime.
Use a sit-down forklift to move materials, finished goods, and pallets safely around the production area.
Handle materials efficiently, including loading and unloading, staging, and organizing products for palletizing.
Assist with basic troubleshooting of machines and equipment to minimize interruptions to production.
Inspect products and materials for defects, inconsistencies, or contamination and remove or report nonconforming items.
Support blow or injection molding operations when needed, if experienced, to help maintain overall production flow.
Perform housekeeping duties to keep work areas, machines, and surrounding spaces clean, organized, and free of debris.
Follow all safety procedures, equipment guidelines, and company policies while operating machinery and forklifts.
Collaborate with other crew members to coordinate tasks, maintain productivity, and support smooth shift handoffs.
Essential Skills
At least 1 year of experience operating production or manufacturing machines.
At least 1 year of experience operating a sit-down forklift in an industrial or warehouse environment.
At least 1 year of experience performing product or material inspections in a production setting.
Proficiency in basic machine operation, including starting, stopping, and monitoring automated equipment.
Ability to perform routine troubleshooting on machines to resolve minor issues or identify when to escalate.
Material handling skills, including safely moving, staging, and organizing raw materials and finished products.
Ability to conduct visual inspections and quality checks with attention to detail.
Comfort working night shifts on a 2/2/3 rotation schedule.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and adhere to safety and operational procedures.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with blow molding or injection molding processes.
Previous experience working with palletizing machines or similar automated packaging equipment.
Familiarity with inspection standards and basic quality control practices.
Ability to work effectively in a small crew environment and communicate clearly with team members.
Why Work Here?
You will join a clean, organized production facility where teamwork and reliability are highly valued. The consistent 2/2/3 night shift schedule supports predictable planning of personal time, and initial training on day shift helps you transition smoothly into the role. Working on a small crew offers the opportunity to build strong working relationships, learn multiple aspects of the operation, and contribute directly to keeping production running efficiently. Starting pay of $27/hr.
Work Environment
This is a night shift position working from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. on a 2/2/3 rotation schedule, providing a repeating pattern of workdays and days off. New hires train on the day shift for approximately 2–3 weeks before moving to nights. The facility is clean and connected to a larger beverage production operation, with three bottle machines feeding into two palletizing machines. Each crew consists of about five employees, creating a small-team environment where collaboration is important. Work involves operating palletizing machinery, supporting molding operations, and using a sit-down forklift for material handling within an industrial production setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Kenosha, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $27.00/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 Kenosha,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 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.