Manufacturing Operator

Aerotek; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Manufacturing Operator for a contract-to-hire role in Eugene, OR. The operator will formulate, fill, and label products in a lab/production environment, following SOPs, documentation, and production schedules.

Responsibilities include operating packaging equipment, performing in-process testing, ensuring batch quality, and maintaining accurate production records. Candidates should be comfortable in cleanrooms and willing to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory or production environment
• Ability to formulate, fill and label products accurately
• Operate and monitor packaging equipment including balances, labelers and pumps
• Strong understanding of SOPs and production schedules
• Complete detailed production paperwork accurately
• Safe handling of chemicals and hazardous materials
• Experience working in cleanroom environments with PPE requirements
• Willingness to work overtime and varying shifts

Responsibilities

• Formulate, fill, and label products per SOPs and production schedule
• Perform production and quality analysis of reagents, components, and finished products
• Operate and monitor equipment to maintain smooth operations and quality
• Weigh and check raw materials using computer interfaces
• Calibrate and operate semi-automatic and automated manufacturing equipment
• Conduct in-process sampling and testing to verify batch specifications
• Communicate effectively with workgroups to complete daily production tasks
• Work independently or with technicians to handle formulation and labeling
• Complete production paperwork including reconciliation and torque checks
• Follow all manufacturing documentation step-by-step and ensure GMP/SOP compliance
• Maintain safe operation with chemicals and hazardous materials and PPE adherence
• Commit to overtime and flexible shifts as needed

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Formulation

Packaging equipment operation

SOPs adherence

Documentation accuracy

Chemicals safety

Cleanroom environment

PPE compliance

Communication skills

Flexible shifts/overtime

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Operator

Job Description

The Manufacturing Operator works in a laboratory and production environment to formulate, fill, and label products while following detailed documentation and standard operating procedures. This role focuses on routine manufacturing activities with occasional variations, involving a moderate degree of complexity and requiring careful attention to quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Formulate, fill, and label products according to manufacturing paperwork, standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and the production schedule.
• Complete production and quality analysis of reagents, components, and finished products to ensure timely availability of cost-effective, high-quality products.
• Operate, monitor, and adjust production and packaging equipment, including balances, labelers, band sealers, pumps, filtration systems, and other packaging equipment to maintain smooth operations and high-quality results.
• Weigh, measure, and check raw materials using computer interfaces to ensure batches contain proper materials and quantities.
• Calibrate and operate semi-automated and automated manufacturing equipment in accordance with SOPs and safety guidelines.
• Perform in-process sampling and testing to verify that batches meet required specifications.
• Effectively communicate and interface with workgroups to ensure completion of daily production activities.
• Work independently or with other technicians to perform formulating, filling, and labeling of products.
• Comprehend and accurately complete production paperwork, including product reconciliation, label reconciliation, labor sheets, product fill checks, and torque checks.
• Follow all steps in manufacturing documentation without deviating from instructions.
• Work safely with chemicals and hazardous materials and comply with all company safety regulations and procedures.
• Comply with ISO guidelines, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and all company SOPs.
• Complete and maintain quality records in compliance with regulatory requirements, GMPs, and standard operating procedures.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, machines, glassware, and equipment as needed or directed to maintain proper operating conditions and cleanliness.
• Maintain equipment and laboratory rooms to meet cleanliness and operational standards.
• Work in both standard and cleanroom environments while adhering to room-specific personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate actions when encountering recurring work situations with occasional variations.
• Analyze situations or data by reviewing identifiable factors to resolve problems within the scope of defined procedures.
• Work overtime and flexible shifts as needed to support production demands.
• Perform other related duties as required and/or assigned.

Essential Skills

• Experience with manufacturing, assembly, production, and general labor in a laboratory or production environment.
• Ability to perform formulation, filling, and labeling tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Capability to operate and monitor production and packaging equipment such as balances, labelers, band sealers, pumps, filtration systems, and other related machinery.
• Strong understanding of and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and production schedules.
• Ability to comprehend and complete detailed production paperwork, including product and label reconciliation, labor sheets, product fill checks, and torque checks.
• Ability to work safely with chemicals and hazardous materials while following safety regulations and practices.
• Comfort working in both standard and cleanroom environments while following room-specific PPE requirements.
• Attention to detail and accuracy to avoid mistakes that could cause substantial interpretive errors.
• Ability to perform in-process sampling and testing to confirm batches meet specification.
• Basic computer skills to use interfaces for weighing, measuring, and checking raw materials.
• Strong communication skills to interface effectively with workgroups and support daily production.
• Ability to exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime and flexible shifts as required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with ISO guidelines and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Experience maintaining quality records in compliance with regulatory requirements and SOPs.
• Experience working in cleanroom environments with strict PPE and cleanliness standards.
• Experience in assembly, packaging, and general manufacturing operations.
• Ability to maintain equipment and laboratory rooms to meet cleanliness and operating condition requirements.
• Comfort working with semi-automated and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and handle recurring work situations with occasional variations from the norm.

Why Work Here?

You join a culture that values safety, quality, and precision, where clear procedures and strong teamwork support your success. The environment emphasizes continuous compliance with industry standards, offering the opportunity to develop technical manufacturing skills and grow in a structured, well-documented setting. Flexible shifts and exposure to advanced laboratory and production equipment provide a solid foundation for long-term career development in a regulated, quality-focused organization.

Work Environment

This role is based in a laboratory and production setting that includes both standard and cleanroom environments. You operate processing and packaging equipment such as balances, labelers, band sealers, pumps, filtration systems, and other specialized machinery. Work involves weighing and measuring raw materials with the assistance of computer interfaces, calibrating and operating semi-automated and automated manufacturing equipment, and performing in-process sampling and testing. The environment follows strict safety regulations, ISO guidelines, GMPs, and SOPs, with an emphasis on cleanliness and proper equipment maintenance. You adhere to room-specific PPE requirements and safe practices when working with chemicals and hazardous materials. The position may require overtime and flexible shifts to support production needs, and you receive general instruction on routine work and detailed instruction on new assignments while working within defined procedures and practices.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in EUGENE,OR.

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.