Cosmetics Production Technician – Automation & CI

Aerotek; North Carolina; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Machine Technician / Operations Technician to operate and optimize highly automated cosmetic manufacturing and packaging lines. You will run production equipment, perform basic mechanical troubleshooting, and support continuous improvement initiatives to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality operations.

This hands-on, floor-based role bridges line operators and maintenance technicians and offers a strong entry point into a maintenance-focused career path within the

Qualifications

• Ideally 5 years of machine operating experience in manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving on production lines.
• Hands-on experience with production equipment and basic mechanical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and explain findings clearly.
• Experience applying 5S and basic lean manufacturing concepts.
• Familiarity with changing overs, set-ups, and packaging equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and oversee production and packaging lines to meet output, quality, and safety targets.
• Monitor equipment performance and adjust to maintain flow.
• Perform basic mechanical diagnostics and resolve routine issues.
• Escalate complex issues with clear problem descriptions to maintenance.
• Support lean manufacturing, 5S, and SPC practices to improve line performance.
• Assist with machine set-ups, changeovers, and format changes.
• Train line operators on operation, troubleshooting, and safety.

Skills

Years of experience

Mechanical aptitude

Production equipment operation

Troubleshooting

5S/lean manufacturing

Root-cause analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Safety focus

Job description

Aerotek is seeking a Machine Technician / Operations Technician to operate and optimize highly automated cosmetic manufacturing and packaging lines. You will run production equipment, perform basic mechanical troubleshooting, and support continuous improvement initiatives to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality operations.

This hands-on, floor-based role bridges line operators and maintenance technicians and offers a strong entry point into a maintenance-focused career path within the