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Job Title: Reclaim / Scrap Operator Pay: $17.00/hour Openings: 1 Day Shift 3 Night Shifts Position Overview The Reclaim/Scrap Operator supports Machine Operators by recycling scrap aluminum and maintaining a clean, safe production environment. This role plays a key part in keeping operations running efficiently by reclaiming materials and assisting with housekeeping and machine clean-up. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone looking to get started in manufacturing, demonstrate reliability, and grow into a full-time production role. Shifts & Schedule + Day Shift: 1 opening + Night Shift: 3 openings (6:00 PM u2013 6:15 AM) + Schedule Rotation: + 2 days on / 2 days off + 3 days on / 2 days off + 2 days on / 3 days off + Candidates must be able to work night shift if assigned after training. Key Responsibilities + Maintain cleanliness and organization in work areas + Follow all safety, environmental, and Lockout/Tagout procedures + Assist with scrap aluminum processing and recycling + Peel protective film from sheets and operate material separator + Draw ATH for proper disposal and assist with machine cleaning + Remove and sweep debris from burners and machinery + Support supervisors and team members with training and cross-training + Maintain a valid forklift license (as issued by Mitsubishi) + Wear required PPE at all times (safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, etc.) + Perform other duties as assigned by the department manager Physical Requirements + Stand for extended periods during a 12-hour shift + Perform frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, and reaching + Occasional squatting, crouching, and overhead reaching + Push/pull materials using a pallet jack + Lift up to 30 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally + Climb ladders and stairs + Work safely around moving and heated industrial equipment + Maintain correctable eyesight and manual dexterity Qualifications & Skills Preferred Experience: + Production, general labor, packaging, or material handling Additional Qualifications: + Willingness to cross-train and learn multiple production tasks + Desire to grow within a manufacturing environment + Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting Why Work With Us? Join a global leader in aluminum and metal composite manufacturing with over 40 years in the industry. Weu2019re known for premium products, innovation, sustainability, and strong customer care. We offer a supportive work environment with competitive pay, benefits, paid time off, and sick leave. Work Environment This role is located in a non-climate-controlled production facility with exposure to heat and varying temperatures. Employees work around large industrial machinery and moving equipment, requiring constant focus on safety. PPE is required at all times. The environment is fast-paced, physically active, and team-driven. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chesapeake, VA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/hr. 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: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Chesapeake,VA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 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 u2013 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 companiesu2019 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.