Labeling Machine Operator Jobs in Huntsville, AL

Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

This role operates specialized production machines to cut materials into precise sizes and shapes according to customer orders. The Machine Operator sets up and adjusts equipment, performs changeovers, and handles cores and finished rolls while maintaining high quality standards, safety, and productivity on either a 2-2-3 night shift or 2-2-3 swing shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate slitting machines to cut plastic film into specified sizes and shapes based on customer orders.
• Change out patterns and adjust machine settings to meet product specifications and production requirements.
• Lift and load cores into the machine, ensuring proper alignment and secure placement.
• Monitor the slitting process continuously to ensure quality, accuracy, and consistency of the finished product.
• Roll slit plastic film onto rolls ranging from approximately 2 inches thick to 24 feet long.
• Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on slitting machines to minimize downtime.
• Carry out changeovers efficiently to support production schedules and product variation.
• Label finished rolls accurately and prepare them for subsequent production or shipping processes.
• Assist with assembly, stacking, and packaging of finished plastic film products as needed.
• Enter production and quality data into computer systems with accuracy.
• Follow established safety protocols and lockout/tagout procedures as required.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including regular removal of scrap and debris.
• Collaborate with production and extrusion teams to support overall plastics extrusion and food production operations.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding machine performance, quality issues, and process improvements.

This is a Permanent position based out of Decatur, AL.

The pay range for this position is $42640.00 - $43000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Employee pays 80% of benefitsSteel toe ticket Lots of room for growth and OT

This is a fully onsite position in Decatur,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

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.