Machine Operator & General Laborer

Industrial Manufacturing | Full‑Time

We’re looking for reliable, hands‑on individuals to operate and support a bagging line in a busy industrial manufacturing environment. This role combines machine operation , quality checks , and general labor , including heavy lifting and housekeeping around production lines. If you have strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy physical work, and want to build valuable industrial skills, this is a great fit.

⭐ What You’ll Do

• Operate bagging line equipment safely and efficiently for ~10 hours per day

• Perform quality checks to ensure products and packaging meet standards

• Work on either the front bagging end or wrapper end depending on production needs

• Handle heavy lifting (65 lbs or more) and move materials as needed

• Support general production tasks and assist team members across the site

• Maintain a clean, organized work area , including housekeeping under and around lines

• Follow all safety rules, procedures, and company policies

• Participate in training to earn forklift certification and operate equipment safely

• Identify and report basic mechanical issues and assist with troubleshooting

🛠️ Essential Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn machine operation

• Ability to lift 65+ lbs regularly

• Comfortable standing and walking for 8–10 hours

• Commitment to safety and following procedures

• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic

• Ability to work well with others in a fast‑paced environment

• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in an industrial setting

• Basic troubleshooting ability for production equipment

➕ Helpful Experience (Not Required)

• Prior work as a general laborer , machine operator , or production worker

• Exposure to bagging lines , packaging , or manufacturing environments

• Interest in learning forklift operation and earning on‑the‑job certification

• Experience handling bagged materials or operating packaging equipment

🌟 Why You’ll Want This Job

You’ll join a team that values reliability, teamwork, and pride in craftsmanship . This role offers hands‑on industrial experience, opportunities to grow mechanical and machine‑operation skills, and the chance to earn forklift certification . You’ll build versatile abilities that support long‑term growth in manufacturing and production.

🏭 Work Environment

• Industrial manufacturing facility with indoor and outdoor work areas

• Typical schedule: Day shift , starting around 6:00 a.m. and ending around 4:30 p.m. (may vary with production needs)

• Physically demanding environment with heavy lifting and continuous movement

• Work around bagging, packaging, and other production machinery

• Strong emphasis on safety and housekeeping to keep work areas clean and organized

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Suffolk, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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 Suffolk,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

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.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

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.