Machine Operator Packer Jobs in Visalia, CA (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

This role operates within a plastic injection molding facility, working with plastic parts produced by injection mold machines and preparing products for shipment. The Machine Operator handles repetitive production tasks such as cutting, trimming, labeling, and packing while maintaining quality standards and accurate records throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor injection mold machines to produce plastic parts according to specifications.
• Inspect parts and report any defects or quality issues immediately.
• Prep production materials throughout the day, including repetitive cutting, gripping, shaving, and trimming of plastic parts.
• Trim and cut excess plastic from parts to ensure smooth surfaces and compliance with specifications.
• Apply labels and stickers to products before stacking and palletizing.
• Pack finished products into boxes accurately and efficiently.
• Stack and organize products and materials in designated areas.
• Handle materials safely and efficiently as part of the production and packaging process.
• Keep accurate inventory of materials and finished products.
• Complete daily production paperwork and maintain records of activities throughout the shift.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and free of debris.
• Work effectively either independently or as part of a team to complete production tasks.
• Stand, walk, bend, and lift 5–20 lbs repetitively during production hours.
• Work in varying climate temperatures throughout all seasons within the facility.

Essential Skills

• Experience in general production, machine operation, or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate plastic injection molding machines.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks such as cutting, trimming, labeling, and packing.
• Capability to lift 5–20 lbs repetitively and perform continuous standing, walking, and bending.
• Attention to detail to identify defects and ensure products meet specifications.
• Basic inventory tracking skills and ability to keep accurate counts.
• Ability to complete and maintain daily production paperwork throughout the shift.
• Comfort working in all climate temperatures within the facility across all seasons.
• Ability to work independently and within a team to meet production goals.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience with plastic injection molding processes.
• Experience in material handling within a production or manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with extrusion, stacking, labeling, cutting, trimming, and machine operation.
• Comfort working in a multilingual environment, including a majority Spanish-speaking workforce.
• Strong work ethic and reliability in a fast-paced production environment.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a clear path from contract to hire, typically after approximately 120 days on assignment, providing stability and long-term potential for dedicated employees. You will join a supportive production environment where teamwork is valued, personal accountability is recognized, and training is provided to help you succeed in your role.

Work Environment

The role is based in a plastic injection molding facility with a production-focused setting. You may work independently or alongside a team to complete tasks, collaborating with a workforce where many employees are Spanish-speaking. The environment involves standing, walking, bending, and performing repetitive motions throughout the shift, as well as working in varying climate temperatures across all seasons. Jeans or long pants are required, and steel-toed shoes are mandatory for safety. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is provided to support a safe and compliant work environment.

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This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lindsay, CA.

The pay range for this position is $16.90 - $17.60/hr.

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.

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 Lindsay,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 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.