Machine Technician

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Machine Operation Lead Job Description The Machine Operation Lead oversees daily machine operations in a high-volume food manufacturing environment, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable production. This role combines hands-on machine operation and maintenance with leadership responsibilities, including guiding a production team, meeting production targets, and upholding quality and safety standards. Responsibilities Lead a team of machine operators to achieve daily and long-term production goals in a food manufacturing facility. Oversee machine operation activities, ensuring equipment runs safely, efficiently, and within established parameters. Perform and coordinate preventative maintenance on production machinery to minimize downtime and extend equipment life. Conduct routine equipment maintenance, including inspection, adjustments, and minor repairs, to maintain optimal performance. Operate and monitor Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems to control, adjust, and troubleshoot production processes. Manage and execute production changeovers, ensuring smooth transitions between products or batches with minimal disruption. Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and operational issues on machines and equipment, resolving problems promptly. Ensure machine setup is completed correctly, including calibration, alignment, and verification of safety systems before production begins. Enforce and promote machine safety procedures, lockout/tagout practices, and safe work habits within the team. Conduct quality inspections and oversee inspection processes to ensure products meet established quality standards. Monitor production output, identify bottlenecks or inefficiencies, and implement corrective actions to improve performance. Handle disciplinary actions and performance issues within the team in alignment with company policies and expectations. Train and mentor team members on machine operation, safety practices, quality standards, and maintenance procedures. Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to coordinate repairs, upgrades, and process improvements. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and production-related documentation as required. Essential Skills Proven experience as a Machine Operator in a manufacturing or production environment. Demonstrated leadership experience, including leading a team and overseeing production goals. Hands-on experience with preventative maintenance on production machinery. Strong machine operation skills, including setup, start-up, and shutdown procedures. Ability to perform equipment maintenance and basic mechanical troubleshooting. Experience operating and monitoring Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems. Knowledge of hydraulics and the ability to troubleshoot hydraulic systems. Experience performing changeovers efficiently and accurately in a production setting. Familiarity with machine safety practices and adherence to safety protocols. Ability to perform quality inspections and ensure compliance with quality standards. Strong troubleshooting skills to quickly identify and resolve mechanical and operational issues. Effective communication skills to direct, coach, and support team members. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in a food manufacturing environment is beneficial. Background in inspection and quality inspection processes. Experience with machine setup, calibration, and verification. Comfort working with automated systems and production technology. Ability to handle disciplinary actions and performance management in a fair and consistent manner. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in documentation and reporting. Why Work Here? Join a leading food manufacturing facility that holds a dominant share of its market and offers a stable, growth-oriented environment. You will benefit from competitive wages based on experience, comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision coverage, a generous 401K program, tuition assistance to support your professional development, and paid time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance. The organization values long-term careers, continuous improvement, and the development of its people. Work Environment The role is based in a large, climate-controlled food manufacturing facility, with some areas kept at cooler temperatures to support product quality and safety. You will work around production machinery, automated systems, and HMI-controlled equipment, following strict safety and cleanliness standards typical of food manufacturing. Appropriate work attire and personal protective equipment will be required in production areas to meet safety and hygiene expectations. The environment emphasizes safe machine operation, consistent production flow, and adherence to quality and safety protocols. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Villa Rica, GA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Villa Rica,GA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 26, 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.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.