Extrusion Operator

We are seeking skilled Extrusion Machine Operators to join our team. This position offers competitive hourly wages based on experience, with differential pay for second and third shifts. Operators will be responsible for setting up, running, and breaking down products on equipment, ensuring quality control, and maintaining accurate documentation.

• Set up, run, and break down product on equipment.
• Read and properly fill out required paperwork.
• Input data into the SAP system.
• Monitor and inspect product for conformance to specifications and ensure product is free of defects.
• Follow ISO documentation to meet customer requirements.
• Maintain a clean working area.
• Collaborate with colleagues in and out of the department to ensure smooth production.
• Prepare product for transfer to another department as necessary.
• Perform light maintenance on equipment.
• Support and contribute to Total Quality Management System (TQM) and Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) Management Systems by following stated policies and procedures.
• Work with management on future processes including ISO and lean manufacturing.

• Ability to train on first shift.
• Mechanical inclination.
• Basic math skills.
• Minimum of 6 months of manufacturing experience, ideally in machine operation.

• Extrusion experience is a plus.
• Cannot be colorblind due to dealing with color-coded wires.

Enjoy working in a temperature-controlled, clean, and well-lit environment with a large cafeteria-style breakroom. Our team boasts strong employee tenure, and once permanent, employees receive full benefits, including 401k with a 4% match, three weeks of vacation, and health/dental/vision coverage.

The work environment is temperature-controlled, clean, and well-lit, featuring a large cafeteria-style breakroom. Shift options include 1st shift from 7am-3:30pm, 2nd shift from 3pm-11:30pm with a 10% differential, and 3rd shift from 11pm-7:30am with a 15% differential.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of South Grafton, MA.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/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 South Grafton,MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 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.