Cleanroom Production Operator

Aerotek; Ellington (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

On-the-job training

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring for a Cleanroom Production Operator in Ellington, CT. This Contract to Hire role involves operating injection molding machines, packaging, labeling, and counting cycles in a cleanroom environment.

You will inspect parts, follow route sheets, and record production and scrap counts while adhering to safety and quality standards. The shift runs Sunday through Thursday, 10:30 PM to 7:00 AM, with comprehensive benefits available.

Qualifications

• Production experience.
• General labor and machine operation skills.
• Mechanical skills.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
• Efficient in basic math.
• Ability to stand for 8-12 hours and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Run injection molding machines, package products, label, and perform cycle counting.
• Visually inspect and assemble parts to quality specifications, ensuring awareness of critical visual and dimensional defects.
• Utilize route sheets and work instructions to ensure parts meet both customer and internal requirements.
• Remove parts from injection molding machines during gate tended operations.
• Perform routine cleaning of machines and work areas.
• Account for and record production and scrap counts.

Skills

Production experience

General labor

Mechanical skills

English literacy

Basic math

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Stand for 8-12 hours

Tools

SmartSheet

IQMS

Job description

Job Title: Cleanroom Production Operator Job Description

Join a team that designs and molds quality plastic and injection molding solutions, specializing in 2-Shot and liquid silicone molding. We are seeking ambitious general production workers to join our team, utilizing advanced technologies and resources to deliver the best molding solutions.

Responsibilities

• Run injection molding machines, package products, label, and perform cycle counting.

• Visually inspect and assemble parts to quality specifications, ensuring awareness of critical visual and dimensional defects.

• Utilize route sheets and work instructions to ensure parts meet both customer and internal requirements.

• Remove parts from injection molding machines during gate tended operations.

• Perform routine cleaning of machines and work areas.

• Account for and record production and scrap counts.

Essential Skills

• Production experience.

• General labor and machine operation skills.

• Mechanical skills.

• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.

• Efficient in basic math.

• Ability to stand for 8-12 hours and lift up to 50 lbs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Working knowledge of SmartSheet and IQMS.

• Prior manufacturing experience.

• Reliable attendance and ability to work independently.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy comprehensive benefits including dental, health, life, and vision insurance. We offer on-the-job training, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Our supportive environment fosters learning and development.

Work Environment

Work in a cleanroom environment with state-of-the-art equipment. Comfortable attire includes wearing a hair net and a beard net if applicable. The position requires working Sunday through Thursday from 10:30 PM to 7:00 AM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ellington, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ellington, CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ellington,CT.

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.