Extrusion Operator

Job Title: Extrusion OperatorJob DescriptionWe are a leading developer and manufacturer of engineered polymeric solutions for the medical device industry. We support the healthcare industry across various market segments such as catheters, minimally invasive procedures, diagnostics, fluid management, and packaging. We are expanding our extrusion lines and looking for dedicated and detail-oriented extrusion operators to join our team.ResponsibilitiesOperate and monitor extrusion machineryEnsure quality control and compliance with manufacturing standardsPerform mechanical assembly and maintain equipmentDocument production processes and maintain accurate recordsMaintain a clean and safe work environmentCollaborate with team members and other departments to ensure efficient productionEssential Skills6 months of mechanical skills including mechanical assembly, quality control, manufacturing, or operating experienceAbility to work and stand on feet for 8+ hours a dayReliable transportationFluent in reading and writing in English for documentation purposesStrong attention to detail and reliabilityAdditional Skills & QualificationsEnjoy working with hands and have the right characteristics for the roleAbility to take initiative and learn new skillsExperience with hand tools and general productionMechanically inclined and familiar with machine operationWhy Work Here?We have programs designed to encourage employees to bring original ideas to the table. Our mission is to produce the highest quality product for our customers, literally saving lives. We are flexible with processes and open to new ideas, regardless of your career stage. Our team includes leaders who started from the bottom and worked their way up, with an average tenure for operators of 10+ years. We have a 20% growth year-over-year and have never had layoffs, making us recession-proof. We offer value-added programs including philanthropy events, feel-good programs, and promote work-life balance. We match 401K contributions 100% and promote equality with no regard to title.Work EnvironmentThe work will be performed on the manufacturing floor, closely working with extrusion operators and the maintenance team. The facility is smaller but very clean and well-maintained. Shifts are available Monday to Wednesday, 6am-6pm, and Thursday to Saturday, 6pm-6am, with a 36-hour workweek paid as 40 hours. There is a $1.75 differential for the back half shift.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Putnam, Connecticut.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.