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Job Title: Production Labor / Calendering Operator
Job Description

This role operates molds, presses, and calendering equipment to produce first-run and regular production parts in a timely and accurate manner with minimal supervision. You follow written procedures, recognize deviations from standard practices, and ensure materials meet exact specifications for sheet, roll, or layered products. Success in this position requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with co-workers in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor calendering equipment to produce sheet, roll, or layered materials to exact specifications.
• Routinely use molds and presses in the production process to produce first parts and regular production parts with minimal supervision.
• Operate press machines to create parts using molds, ensuring consistent quality and adherence to specifications.
• Monitor material flow to ensure uniformity, smoothness, and absence of defects during production.
• Inspect materials using calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, and other precision instruments to verify thickness, length, and overall quality.
• Measure stock to ensure it meets required thickness and length before and during production.
• Place a variety of materials by hand into molds, on mandrels, or in build fixtures as part of the fabrication process.
• Clean and prime parts with appropriate chemicals and solutions as required by procedures.
• Weigh stock and scrap to be salvaged and track material usage and waste.
• Monitor individual production output to detect bad parts early and address defects promptly.
• Use production equipment and tools, such as calipers, scales, tape measures, and hand tools, on a regular basis.
• Read and interpret production orders, blueprints, and material specifications to complete assignments correctly.
• Document production data, including thickness readings, lot numbers, quality checks, and materials handling records, in accordance with company and ISO standards.
• Collaborate with quality inspectors and production supervisors to resolve material or quality issues.
• Perform routine machine maintenance, cleaning, and roll changes to keep equipment in good working order.
• Follow all safety procedures at all times, including lockout/tagout practices and proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including setup and cleanup at the start and end of each shift.
• Work cooperatively within a team environment and communicate effectively with co-workers and leads.
• Perform other duties as assigned by production leadership, including Working or Production Leads, Planners, Production Supervisors, and Module Managers.

Essential Skills

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs safely and repeatedly during the shift.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately.
• Proficiency using hand tools to fabricate parts in a production environment.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude for operating production machinery and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure material quality, consistency, and defect detection.
• Skilled in the use of hand tools and measuring devices, including calipers, depth gauges, micrometers, and other precision equipment.
• Ability to monitor material flow and identify issues such as non-uniformity, surface defects, or other irregularities.
• Ability to read and interpret production orders, blueprints, and material specifications.
• Capability to perform routine machine maintenance, cleaning, and roll changes.
• Comfort working with chemicals, solvents, and industrial materials while following safety procedures.
• Ability to follow written procedures and recognize deviations from accepted practices.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision while maintaining productivity and quality standards.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills to collaborate with co-workers, quality inspectors, and production supervisors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of specific formal education requirements.
• Experience in a production line or manufacturing environment.
• Hand dexterity and fine motor skills for handling small parts and using hand tools.
• Experience with weekend or flexible scheduling in a manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and production documentation practices.
• Experience using calenders, presses, or similar industrial machinery.
• Comfort working under variable environmental conditions, including temperature changes and exposure to fumes or dust, while maintaining safety practices.

Why Work Here?

You join a production team that values safety, quality, and teamwork in a structured manufacturing environment. The role offers hands-on work with industrial equipment, opportunities to build and refine mechanical and fabrication skills, and exposure to standardized processes and ISO-based practices. You benefit from a culture that emphasizes clear procedures, consistent training, and collaboration with experienced production and quality professionals, supporting both your technical development and long-term growth in manufacturing.

Work Environment

This position operates within a manufacturing plant environment that involves regular use of production equipment such as presses, molds, calendering machines, and precision measuring tools including calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, scales, and tape measures. You work on the production floor, where conditions may include variable temperatures, atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or vapors, and exposure to solvents and other industrial chemicals. The role requires consistent adherence to safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and personal protective equipment, and maintaining a clean, organized work area at all times. Work is performed in a team-based setting with shift-based operations, where punctuality, reliability, and safe work habits are essential.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mcminnville, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.30 - $19.00/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 Mcminnville,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 18, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.