Packaging Machine Operator Role in Memphis!

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Machine Operator to join our team. This role involves working with HMI screens to communicate, diagnose, and run the machines. The successful candidate will be trained on lockout/tagout procedures and will assist in various tasks related to machine operation, maintenance communication, and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Work with HMI screens to communicate, diagnose, and operate machines.

• Perform lockout/tagout procedures for machine sterilization once a week.

• Communicate machine issues to technicians and perform necessary shutdowns.

• Clean and sterilize machinery weekly.

• Clear out jams and perform emergency stops as needed.

• Operate filler machines and handle jams.

• Understand machine operations and identify issues.

• Operate check weighers, metal detectors, and x-ray machines in packaging.

• Manually operate and mix ingredients in the brine and blending area.

• Operate case packer and palletizer in the packaging area.

• Perform quality checks on seals, code dates, and packaging.

• Load materials for packaging, including cups, film, and boxes.

• Maintain a strong understanding of all machines and processes.

• Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean work environment.

• Lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of machine operator experience in an industrial environment.

• Experience with changeovers, preventative maintenance (PM), and HMI.

• 2+ years of HMI experience, including monitoring and troubleshooting.

• Strong attention to detail and safety consciousness.

• Team player with a strong work ethic.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Packaging experience is a plus.

• Manufacturing experience is required.

• Food industry experience is a plus.

• Experience in food, canning, liquid, milk, and cosmetic industries is beneficial.

Why Work Here?

We offer a competitive pay scale, excellent benefits, and a collaborative team atmosphere where your input is valued. Our company is growing rapidly, with recent significant investments in our facilities. Join us and be a part of our success!

Work Environment

This role is in a UNION environment with three 10-minute breaks in a 12-hour shift, including a combined 30-minute lunch and break period. The work areas vary in temperature, with the filler room being around 50-60 degrees, the upstairs area being cooler at around 40-50 degrees, the packaging area being dry and temperature-controlled, and the processing area being very hot with cooling areas available. The position is a 4p - 4a shift with expected overtime, including weekends and off days. The role does not rotate and involves standing for long periods and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Memphis, Tennessee.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $20.18/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 Memphis,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2025.

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.