Slitter/Winder Operator

Position Overview

We are hiring a Chemical Coating Machine Operator to set up and operate machinery that applies coatings to plastic polymer parts used in food packaging. This is a hands-on production role focused on machine operation, quality checks, and maintaining a clean workspace. Chemical experience is preferred but not required

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Key Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor coating machines according to production requirements.

• Load/unload plastic polymer parts into the equipment safely and efficiently.

• Perform routine quality checks to ensure parts meet coating and appearance standards.

• Make basic machine adjustments to maintain consistent production.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area, following food-grade handling guidelines.

• Record production data and follow standard work procedures.

• Follow all safety practices, including proper use of PPE.

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Requirements

• Experience setting up and operating machines in a manufacturing environment.

• Ability to follow instructions and work independently.

• Strong attention to detail and quality.

• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 40–50 lbs as needed.

• Reliability and solid work ethic.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Decatur, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $42640.00 - $43000.00/yr.

health, dental , vision - full coverage through company,raises

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Decatur,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 31, 2025.

This is a Permanent position based out of Decatur, AL.

The pay range for this position is $42640.00 - $43000.00/yr.

health, dental , vision - full coverage through company,raises

This is a fully onsite position in Decatur,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 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.