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Aerotek MACHINE OPERATION - 6K BONUS GIVEN in Tualatin, Oregon
*PLEASE APPLYY DIRECTLY OR REACH OUT TO JOSHUA PURVIS @5037377567 JPURVIS@AEROTEK.COM**
Job Description
We are seeking a diligent and proactive Machine Operator to join our team. This role involves operating and maintaining filling machines, performing quality checks, and ensuring adherence to safety and quality protocols in a fast-paced food production environment. The available positions are on shifts that include Front Half Nights and Back Half Days, and will conclude in July 2026.
Responsibilities
Set-up, operate, and maintain filling machines.
Perform and record quality checks to ensure shelf-life integrity and package quality.
Perform nominal maintenance on equipment.
Conduct Clean-In-Place (CIP) and in-process sanitation on equipment and/or area as needed.
Ensure food safety and quality protocols are strictly followed.
Adhere to Safety and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) regulations at all times.
Utilize appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, face shields, hearing protection, safety shoes, gloves, and aprons.
Provide coverage in the absence of other Machine Operators.
Input redzone codes accurately and in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Essential Skills
Experience in machine operating, packaging, and warehouse operations.
Familiarity with forklift operations and general labor tasks.
Knowledge of food manufacturing processes and filling machines.
Mechanically inclined with strong computer skills.
Ability to work with moderate supervision and be detail-oriented.
Strong organizational, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills in English.
Proficiency in basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
Ability to multitask effectively.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Ability to push up to 300 pounds and pull up to 500 pounds with mechanical assistance.
Capability to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds frequently.
Use of the buddy system for lifting and carrying items over 50 pounds or awkward items.
Why Work Here?
Join a company that supports long-term growth and stability, with a trajectory to double in size over the next five years, offering ample room for upward mobility. Enjoy great benefits upon direct hire, with many candidates having their contracts bought out early for direct employment.
Work Environment
The position is set in a fast-paced food production environment where monitoring the packaging line is crucial. Operators must be comfortable standing for over 12 hours and working in conditions with strong odors. Steel toe boots are required for all production and warehouse positions.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tualatin, OR.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.50 - $20.50/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 Tualatin,OR.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 7, 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.