Flexo Operator

Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

The Machine Operator supports a high-volume plastic container manufacturing operation, primarily serving the automotive industry. In this role, you assist with production changeovers, maintain clean and efficient press areas, and help ensure equipment runs safely and reliably. You work closely with technical and production teams to perform routine checks, basic maintenance tasks, and provide support across the facility as business needs change.

Responsibilities

• Assist with material changes, option changes, and mold and version changes to support ongoing production requirements.
• Perform nozzle preparation, including cleaning, testing, and assembling nozzles and nozzle blocks to ensure proper machine performance.
• Clean presses and surrounding press areas as needed to maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Participate in scheduled safety and communications meetings to stay informed and contribute to a strong safety culture.
• Provide support during times of need, including production support, vacation coverage, and overtime changeover support.
• Fill in for Relief Operators and Production Operators as needed to maintain consistent production output.
• Perform daily checks and audits of process systems, including mold pre-stage checks, water line checks, 5S audits, and Daily Equipment Checks (DEC).
• Assist other technical team members with their daily duties, including preventive maintenance on injection molding tools and related equipment.
• Use basic tools, such as tape measures, hand tools, and power tools, to complete assembly, adjustment, and inspection tasks.
• Perform general production and assembly work, including inspection, packing, and machine operating activities as required.
• Identify and communicate basic mechanical or process issues and support troubleshooting activities under guidance from more experienced team members.
• Operate forklifts and work in warehouse areas when needed, following all safety and operational procedures.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Georgetown, KY.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/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 Georgetown,KY.

This position is anticipated to close on May 9, 2026.

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.