Machine Operator

Machine Operator

Join our team as a Machine Operator at a facility that produces bags of cement mixes for concrete, gravel, and sandbags. You will operate the machine responsible for filling bags with cement mix, ensuring that the product meets quality standards. This role involves setting up the machine based on product specifications, placing empty bags over the fill spout, and monitoring the operation to ensure efficiency.

The job is repetitive and can be physically demanding, requiring manual lifting of bags when necessary. The work environment is dusty, and operators are required to wear a full-face respirator for protection.

• Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
• Set stops or guides to specific lengths as indicated by scale, rule, or templates.
• Observe machine operation to detect product defects or machine malfunctions.
• Review product for inconsistencies or abnormal appearance to ensure product meets quality requirements.
• Perform routine machine maintenance.
• Assist other operators in setting up machines and completing necessary tasks to meet deadlines and product completion.

• Experience in machine operation and general production.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Proficiency in basic math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Capability to frequently stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs.

• Experience in packaging and general labor.
• Skill in handling production and packing.

We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits programs, a 5% 401k match, and health and wellness programs to support our employees' well‑being.

The work environment is a small, dusty shop with a team of five people in production. The facility includes various conveyor systems, a dryer/tumbler, tall silos for material storage, bagging machines, and stacking/palletizing machines. The swing shift is from 2pm to 12:30am Monday through Thursday, and from 2pm to 7pm on Friday, with a shift differential offered upon direct hire. The training period begins at 8am.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Portland, OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 22, 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 meet 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.