**Job Title: Machine Operator** **Job Description** Set up and operate machines for production by configuring both PLC and mechanical parameters. Diagnose quality issues and determine the root cause of problems to ensure smooth operation and high-quality output. Make mechanical adjustments to equipment, including conveying systems. **Responsibilities** + Set up and adjust mechanical printing and forming machines for paper and plastic bags. + Troubleshoot quality issues and make necessary equipment changes to ensure product flows smoothly and meets standards. + Perform maintenance and mechanical adjustments to ensure efficient operation. **Essential Skills** + Machine operation + Experience with setting up and adjusting mechanical printing and forming machines + Troubleshooting quality issues + Mechanical aptitude + Experience with mold press, injection molding, press operating, or CNC **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience in maintenance or machine operating + Mechanically inclined with interests or hobbies related to mechanical work + Problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify root causes of issues **Why Work Here?** Join a stable company with a diverse business mix in the paper and plastic consumables industry. Benefit from the recent acquisition of new equipment and a long-term customer base that supports growth. **Work Environment** Work in a clean, climate-controlled environment, dedicated to producing high-quality paper and plastic bags. Join a team committed to running each machine efficiently. Extensive training is provided to accommodate the learning curve associated with operating these machines. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vancouver, WA. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $24.25 - $25.25/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 Vancouver,WA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 16, 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.