Machine Operator

As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for operating slitter machines to cut foil rolls to specified widths and lengths. You will set up machine parameters, blades, and cores according to product specifications, inspect finished rolls for proper tension, alignment, and quality standards, and monitor operations to minimize waste and downtime.

• Operate slitter machines to cut foil rolls to specified widths and lengths.
• Set up machine parameters, blades, and cores based on product specifications.
• Inspect finished rolls for proper tension, alignment, and quality standards.
• Monitor operations and adjust settings to minimize waste and downtime.
• Perform routine checks, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Keep production logs and ensure accurate documentation.
• Adhere to safety protocols and report any issues promptly.
• Maintain clean and organized workspaces around machinery.

• Experience in production and machine operation.
• General labor skills.
• Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to interpret job specifications and quality standards.
• Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.

• Previous experience with slitter equipment or in manufacturing preferred.

Join a team that values safety, precision, and excellence. Enjoy opportunities for growth and development in a supportive and dynamic work environment.

The role involves working with slitter machines and requires adherence to safety protocols. The work environment is fast-paced, demanding attention to detail, and requires maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

This is a Contract position based out of Ashland, VA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 Ashland,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 24, 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.