General Laborer

Job Title: Utility Operator - NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Job Description

As a Utility Operator, you will be responsible for setting up, starting up, maintaining, and troubleshooting extrusion lines and associated products in accordance with production specifications. You will read and interpret production paperwork, set up flat and blown film lines, maintain extrusion lines within customer specifications, and enter production data into Syteline. Additionally, you will prepare customer samples, inspect materials, make tooling changes, and suggest improvements to enhance production efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain extrusion lines in accordance with production specifications.

• Read and interpret production paperwork such as Sales Orders and Set-Up Sheets.

• Start up extrusion lines and ensure they meet customer specifications.

• Enter all production data into the Syteline system.

• Prepare and inspect customer samples and running materials.

• Perform tooling changes or adjustments with minimal supervision.

• Recommend improvements to production methods and equipment performance.

• Attend weekly shift and safety meetings.

• Train Utility Workers or other Operators as needed.

• Act as Team Leader in Supervisor's absence.

• Acquire skills to operate a variety of production lines.

• Perform Utility Worker duties as required.

• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Essential Skills

• Experience in production, general labor, or machine operation.

• Ability to multi-task and demonstrate strong time management skills.

• Capability to read and comprehend complex instructions.

• Proficiency in using a computer, including manufacturing software.

• Competence in performing complex calculations, including fractions and decimals.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Recent graduates and individuals with backgrounds in construction, general labor, restaurant service, or automotive technology are encouraged to apply.

• Mechanically inclined individuals are preferred.

• Ability to travel between facilities and work overtime as required.

Why Work Here?

We offer competitive rewards programs, including 401k matching and BRAVO rewards. You will have opportunities for career advancement, as we believe 'The More You Learn, the More You Earn.' Our commitment to your development is evident through our tuition reimbursement program. Enjoy a balanced work-life schedule with a four-day workweek and three days off.

Work Environment

You will work in a loud manufacturing environment on a first shift with a 12-hour rotating schedule from 6:45 pm to 7:05 am, alternating between two days on/three days off and three days on/two days off. The base rate is $19.50 with a differential of $20, making it $21.50.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brattleboro, VT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.50 - $21.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 Brattleboro,VT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 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.

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.