Machine Technician

Job Title: Machine Technician
Job Description

As a Machine Technician, you will be responsible for setting up, programming, troubleshooting, adjusting, and performing basic maintenance on equipment as required. You will perform tooling changeovers, repetitive loading and unloading of equipment, and ensure that products are produced according to specifications by reviewing work orders. You will verify machine settings by measuring positions, first-run parts, and sample work-pieces.

Responsibilities

• Observe machine operations and monitor feed and speed rates.
• Take measurements and detect malfunctions.
• Troubleshoot processes and adjust/reprogram controls.
• Sharpen and replace worn tools.
• Perform basic machine maintenance.
• Adhere to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Document actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Assist in production line changeovers.
• Communicate maintenance and production issues to supervisor.
• Maintain and clean work area.

Essential Skills

• Troubleshooting
• Change over
• Preventive maintenance
• Machine Operation & Setup
• Deep understanding of electric or hydraulic injection/blow molding machines
• Process Troubleshooting
• Material Knowledge
• Blueprint & Schematic Reading
• Quality Assurance (QA)
• Preventive Maintenance & Repair

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Understanding of clamping, ejector systems, and auxiliary equipment
• Ability to resolve molding defects
• Knowledge of thermoplastics, resins, and polymers
• Capability to interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Familiarity with measuring tools for quality control

Why Work Here?

Join a growing company with a family-like culture that offers competitive pay and opportunities for pay increases as your performance grows.

Work Environment

Work in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment that can be loud at times. While big fans are present, it can get warm during the summer months.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cope, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $29.00/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 Cope,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 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.