Manufacturing Operator

Aerotek; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Manufacturing Operator to support battery production in a climate-controlled facility in Lansing, MI. You will operate line equipment, prepare materials, perform in-process checks, and record data in GMES while following strict safety and 5S standards.

The role requires extensive experience in manufacturing tasks, strong attention to quality, and the ability to work rotating shifts. It offers a contract-to-hire path with onsite work and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 13+ years of manufacturing experience in areas such as production, assembly, machine operation, or warehouse work.
• Ability to operate production, assembly, and general manufacturing equipment, including production line machinery.
• Computer literacy and comfort using computerized manufacturing and data entry systems.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate effectively with team members and follow instructions clearly.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills to identify issues in production processes and contribute to improvements.
• Basic arithmetic skills for measurements, counts, and production-related calculations.
• Reading and writing skills sufficient to understand work instructions, safety procedures, and complete production documentation.
• Ability to work well with individuals and teams to ensure collective performance meets and exceeds expectations.
• Ability to properly and regularly utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE) for periods of up to 12 hours, including safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, nitrile gloves, and clean room suits.
• Physical ability to repeatedly lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds for periods of up to 12 hours.
• Ability to stoop, twist, reach overhead, sit and/or stand for extended periods, and use hands and fingers to perform detailed job functions over long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned manufacturing equipment and processes in accordance with work instructions and the OP Manual, including inputting materials and monitoring equipment performance.
• Prepare equipment and materials for production runs, ensuring the right location, right quantity, and right container for all items.
• Perform continuous self-inspection of products during production to identify defects and minimize loss, ensuring high-quality output.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of production activities in the Global Manufacturing Execution System (GMES).
• Track and document all non-conformances and scrap generated during production, following established procedures.
• Comply with all health, safety, environmental, and fire regulations at all times while working in the facility.
• Conduct 5S audits and maintain production logs, quality check records, and maintenance work logs as required.
• Maintain a clean and orderly worksite by following 5S principles: sort, set in order, shine, standardize, and sustain.
• Follow established cleaning standard operating procedures during downtime (such as line stops or waiting periods), including cleaning designated machines and surrounding work areas.
• Work collaboratively with individuals and teams to ensure production goals and quality expectations are met and exceeded.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support overall production and operational efficiency.
• For mixer-focused work, perform mixing and process control tasks that require higher technical and process skills and involve more physically demanding activities.
• For coater-focused work, perform technical operator tasks that involve assembly and equipment operation in an entry-level production capacity with moderate physical requirements.
• Support production across different shifts (such as 6AM6PM and 6PM6AM) as scheduled, maintaining performance over extended work periods.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Operate equipment

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Arithmetic skills

Reading/writing skills

Team collaboration

PPE usage

Lifting 50 lb

Extended shifts

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Operator / Technical Operator I

Job Description

This role operates production equipment and processes in accordance with established work instructions to support the manufacturing of lithium-ion batteries in a climate-controlled, clean-room environment. You will prepare materials and equipment, run and monitor production lines, perform in-process quality checks, and accurately record production data in computerized systems. You will help meet production volume and quality targets by using equipment and digital tools to produce, assemble, evaluate, process, and package batteries while adhering to strict safety, environmental, and housekeeping standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned manufacturing equipment and processes in accordance with work instructions and the OP Manual, including inputting materials and monitoring equipment performance.

• Prepare equipment and materials for production runs, ensuring the right location, right quantity, and right container for all items.

• Perform continuous self-inspection of products during production to identify defects and minimize loss, ensuring high-quality output.

• Maintain accurate and timely records of production activities in the Global Manufacturing Execution System (GMES).

• Track and document all non-conformances and scrap generated during production, following established procedures.

• Comply with all health, safety, environmental, and fire regulations at all times while working in the facility.

• Conduct 5S audits and maintain production logs, quality check records, and maintenance work logs as required.

• Maintain a clean and orderly worksite by following 5S principles: sort, set in order, shine, standardize, and sustain.

• Follow established cleaning standard operating procedures during downtime (such as line stops or waiting periods), including cleaning designated machines and surrounding work areas.

• Work collaboratively with individuals and teams to ensure production goals and quality expectations are met and exceeded.

• Perform other related duties as assigned to support overall production and operational efficiency.

• For mixer-focused work, perform mixing and process control tasks that require higher technical and process skills and involve more physically demanding activities.

• For coater-focused work, perform technical operator tasks that involve assembly and equipment operation in an entry-level production capacity with moderate physical requirements.

• Support production across different shifts (such as 6AM6PM and 6PM6AM) as scheduled, maintaining performance over extended work periods.

Essential Skills

• 13+ years of manufacturing experience in areas such as production, assembly, machine operation, or warehouse work.

• Ability to operate production, assembly, and general manufacturing equipment, including production line machinery.

• Computer literacy and comfort using computerized manufacturing and data entry systems.

• Strong communication skills to coordinate effectively with team members and follow instructions clearly.

• Problem-solving and analytical skills to identify issues in production processes and contribute to improvements.

• Basic arithmetic skills for measurements, counts, and production-related calculations.

• Reading and writing skills sufficient to understand work instructions, safety procedures, and complete production documentation.

• Ability to work well with individuals and teams to ensure collective performance meets and exceeds expectations.

• Ability to properly and regularly utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE) for periods of up to 12 hours, including safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, nitrile gloves, and clean room suits.

• Physical ability to repeatedly lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds for periods of up to 12 hours.

• Ability to stoop, twist, reach overhead, sit and/or stand for extended periods, and use hands and fingers to perform detailed job functions over long shifts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in battery manufacturing or other high-tech production environments is beneficial.

• Familiarity with clean-room protocols and procedures is an advantage.

• Comfort working on rotating or extended shifts such as 6AM6PM or 6PM6AM.

• Experience with 5S methodologies and continuous improvement practices is preferred.

• Ability to adapt between different roles such as mixer (higher technical and process control focus) and coater (assembly and equipment operation focus).

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lansing, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/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 Lansing, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lansing,MI.

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.

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.