Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: Machine OperatorJob Description
The role of a machine operator involves starting, running, and maintaining one to four contact insertion machines. Operators will be responsible for the daily upkeep of the machines, ensuring proper documentation, and conducting quality checks on the products being run. Additional duties include assembly work and preparing cables.
Responsibilities
- Load contact reels onto machines and place empty reels in designated areas.
- Keep machine magazines filled with raw housings.
- Unload machines and package parts correctly.
- Conduct frequent inspections of product output for quality assurance.
- Perform measurement checks on required contacts or products.
- Conduct daily checks of oil levels and clean machines daily.
- Complete required traceability documentation.
- Fill out maintenance request forms and record daily maintenance activities.
- Communicate any machine issues to maintenance mechanics.
Essential Skills
- Manufacturing experience as a machine operator.
- Ability to use a microscope.
- Strong computer skills.
- Ability to read, write, and comprehend procedures.
- Good oral communication skills.
- Good hand and eye coordination.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Experience in assembly or as a machine operator is a major plus.
- Attention to detail.
- Direct electronic assembly experience is advantageous.
Why Work Here?
Work in a clean, comfortable, and climate-controlled environment. The facility includes clean rooms and produces interesting electronic parts for a variety of industries, including high-capacity computers, communications platforms, and artificial intelligence. Many products are developed for military and government use, offering a unique and intriguing work experience.
Work Environment
This role is situated in a clean, climate-controlled environment. Employees may work in a clean room or a climate-controlled setting, with a work area that includes a desk. The role involves sitting and standing throughout the shift, depending on the position. The dress code is clean jeans or work pants, a clean shirt, with no piercings. Employees wear a static-resistant smock, and tape on shoes to remove static. PPE such as smock, safety glasses, and ear protection is provided, along with additional PPE like face masks and gloves. Steel toes are not required. Shifts are available on all three shifts, with a priority on the 2nd shift, and shift differentials are offered.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Etters, PA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.47/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 Etters,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 23, 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.
Company DescriptionWe 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 in solving 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.
Company Description
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 in solving 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.