Operator

As a Production Line Operator, you will lead the operations on a highly automated production line, responsible for loading raw material steel coils and dies into the machine, monitoring in-process quality and production flow, and ensuring a quality finished product. Your role involves operating the production equipment using the PLC/HMI touchscreen and performing solo quality checks with a tape measure. You will also be responsible for data entry in Excel to record quality results.

• Load the machine with raw material steel coils and dies using a forklift.
• Monitor the production process and ensure quality standards are met.
• Operate production equipment using the PLC/HMI touchscreen.
• Conduct solo quality checks using a tape measure.
• Enter quality check data into Excel spreadsheets.
• Understand and manage the three elements of production runs: color, stamp shape, and width.
• Troubleshoot basic issues within the Servo to set up the PLC and operate the machine.
• Lead the production line during the 2nd shift and coordinate with laborers.

• Experience operating sit-down forklifts.
• Proficiency in reading tape measures for quality measurements.
• Ability to key enter values in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience operating machines in a manufacturing environment using PLC/HMI touchscreen.
• Ability to stand on feet for 8-10 hour shifts.

• Mechanical skills for machine operation and setup.
• Troubleshooting skills in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with high-speed packaging and manufacturing operations.
• Familiarity with hand and power tools.

Join a company that values internal promotion and offers significant upward earnings mobility. The facility is expanding, creating more opportunities for career growth. With a focus on employee development, you will have the chance to train and excel in a supportive and dynamic environment.

You will be working in a mild manufacturing environment without air conditioning. The shift is 2nd - 3p-11pm, with training on 1st shift for 8-10 months. The facility has large fans to keep it as cool as possible during summer. Expect occasional Saturday work during the busy season from August to November. The dress code includes steel-toed boots, long pants or jeans, gloves, and eye protection, with some gear provided.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plainfield, IN.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Plainfield,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 9, 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.