Job Description

Now Hiring - Production Line Operators

Position Overview

The Downstream Operator is responsible for monitoring and supporting the final stages of the production line to ensure finished products meet quality and packaging standards. This role involves wrapping product onto reels, performing cutting and inspection tasks, and verifying accurate packaging and labeling prior to shipment.

This is a hands-on role in a manufacturing environment requiring mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work safely around machinery.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor downstream production to ensure product is wrapped evenly and properly onto reels
• Perform visual inspections to maintain product quality and identify defects
• Use measuring tools to confirm products meet specifications
• Cut conduit using hand and power tools as part of the production process
• Verify packaging and labeling accuracy before final inspection and shipment
• Support general production, assembly, and machine operation tasks
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Follow all safety procedures and operating guidelines
• Communicate quality or production issues to the team promptly

Required Qualifications

• 6+ months experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Experience operating or working around machinery
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort using hand tools
• Ability to use basic power tools
• Experience in production, assembly, or general labor roles
• Basic inspection skills (measurements, defect detection, labeling checks)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow standard procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as a machine operator
• Experience in packaging or assembly environments
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks with accuracy
• Interest in advancing into line stream operator roles (plastic extrusion/melting)
• Reliable attendance and strong teamwork skills

Work Schedule

• 12-hour rotating shifts (2-2-3 schedule)
  • Days: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Nights: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Alternating 36-hour / 48-hour work weeks
• Every other weekend is a 3-day weekend

Work Environment

• Manufacturing facility with active machinery and continuous production lines
• Work with reels, conduit, and industrial equipment
• Requires standing, monitoring equipment, and performing repetitive tasks
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and teamwork

Benefits & Growth

• Competitive benefits package (majority of health insurance covered)
• Company-paid life insurance
• Annual wage increases
• Quarterly attendance bonuses
• Accrued PTO
• Clear pathway to advancement into specialized operator roles

Employment Type

• Contract role with potential for permanent conversion after ~6 months
• Option to remain contract if preferred

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Evansville, WY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Evansville,WY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 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.

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Permanent employment, Contract work, Temporary work, Work at office, Immediate start, Night shift, Rotating shift, Weekend work

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