Machine Opertaor

Immediately hiring a Machine Operator in Berlin, NJ

We're hiring Machine Operator for a woodworking facility in Berlin, NJ

This is a long term career opportunity and we're hiring immediately. Apply today for a chance to earn WEEKLY PAY & grow your experience within manufacturing.

Shift/Pay: Monday-Friday No Weekends!

1st shift (7:00am-3:30pm) @ $19.00

If you are interested, please submit your application or reach out to Aerotek directly. All qualified candidates will be contacted! Experience in Construction/Manufacturing or Production (Preferred)

Job Description

The Machine Operator supports production in the coatings division and coating/blending department by operating machinery, labeling and sleeving pails and buckets, and assisting with mixing and pouring asphalt-based coatings. This role involves repetitive manual labor, including lifting and palletizing filled buckets, while maintaining a clean and safe work area in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines that apply sleeves to pails in the coatings division.
• Run labels through a glue machine and apply them accurately to pails and buckets.
• Label and sleeve pails and buckets according to production requirements and quality standards.
• Move stacked pails and buckets, rolling and arranging them into rows or storage areas.
• Assist in the mixing and blending of coatings as directed by production procedures.
• Operate valves to pour asphalt into buckets in the coating/blending department.
• Manually remove filled buckets from the production line and palletize them safely and efficiently.
• Perform repetitive lifting and palletizing of buckets weighing approximately 25–50 lbs.
• Maintain a clean and organized work space, following general housekeeping standards.
• Follow all safety guidelines and use required personal protective equipment.
• Support general production tasks as needed to keep the manufacturing process running smoothly.

Skills

• At least 1 year of manufacturing or construction experience.
• Ability to perform general production work in a manufacturing environment.
• Capability to lift and handle 25–50 lbs repeatedly throughout the shift.
• Comfort with manual labor, including repetitive lifting, moving, and palletizing.
• Ability to operate basic production machinery such as sleeving and labeling equipment after training.
• Attention to detail when labeling and sleeving pails and buckets.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean and safe work area through general housekeeping.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and adhere to production procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a coatings, blending, or similar industrial environment is beneficial.
• Experience working with palletizing processes and material handling is an advantage.
• Familiarity with operating valves and handling liquid or semi-liquid materials is helpful.
• Strong work ethic and reliability in a physically demanding role.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to different tasks within the production process.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, family-oriented organization that values long-term relationships and offers the opportunity to grow your career over time. The culture emphasizes loyalty, mutual support, and the chance to progress into roles with greater responsibility and financial reward. Team members benefit from close working relationships, realistic expectations about the work, and a clear path to advancement for those who show dedication and strong performance.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing facility that can be hot and dusty, particularly due to fiberboard cutting and coating processes. You will work on or near production lines, handling pails and buckets, and operating machinery throughout your shift. The position requires wearing practical work attire such as work pants, work shirt, and boots. Safety glasses are provided, and you may choose to wear a dust mask or sleeve over your mouth for additional comfort. The environment is physically demanding, fast-paced, and focused on safety, cleanliness, and consistent production output.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Berlin, NJ.

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 Berlin,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 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.