Job Description

Machine Operator

Portland, OR

Pay Rate: $23.88–$24.38/hr

Professional Summary

Safety‑focused Machine Operator with experience in industrial manufacturing and chemical processing environments. Skilled in operating computer‑controlled production systems, monitoring automated processes from a control room, performing hands‑on chemical mixing and batching, and maintaining strict adherence to safety and quality standards. Comfortable working rotating shifts, extended hours, and wearing required personal protective equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operated and monitored computer‑controlled systems to route, transport, and mix chemicals through piping systems and mixing tanks
• Supported chemical mixing, processing, and manufacturing operations in accordance with established procedures and safety standards
• Unloaded chemicals from tanker trucks and rail cars by safely connecting hoses and transferring materials into storage tanks
• Routed base chemicals from storage tanks into mixing vessels to prepare production batches
• Created chemical products by combining specified materials according to production formulas and batch instructions
• Monitored automated chemical transportation and mixing processes from a control room environment
• Manually added chemicals when required to complete batches or adjust formulations
• Collected and tested batch samples to ensure products met quality and specification standards
• Recorded production data, batch information, and process parameters using computer systems
• Performed general labor and material handling tasks in support of production
• Operated forklifts and material handling equipment when qualified
• Maintained clean, organized, and safe work areas in both control room and production floor settings
• Followed all safety protocols, including chemical handling procedures and proper use of PPE and respirators

Skills & Qualifications

• Industrial manufacturing and production experience
• Machine operation in a chemical or heavy industrial environment
• Computer‑controlled process monitoring and documentation
• Chemical handling and batch processing
• Quality control testing and data recording
• Forklift operation (if certified)
• Strong attention to detail and safety compliance
• Ability to work in both control room and production floor environments
• Comfortable wearing a respirator for 20–30% of shift
• Flexible schedule availability, including extended 12‑hour shifts

Additional Experience & Strengths

• Experience in heavy industrial manufacturing environments (paper mills, foundries, or similar)
• Willingness to learn detailed chemical processing procedures
• Strong work ethic with interest in long‑term career growth and advancement
• Reliable team player capable of meeting high production demands

Work Schedule & Environment

• Regular shift: 2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., Monday–Friday
• Extended shifts as needed: Up to 12 hours (2:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.)
• Initial training completed on day shift (6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.)
• Combination of computer‑based control room work and hands‑on industrial floor tasks

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.88 - $24.38/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 PORTLAND,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 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.

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Contract work, Temporary work, Work at office, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Shift work, Rotating shift, Day shift

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