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Manufacturing Operator

Aleron
United States, Rhode Island, Smithfield
Oct 26, 2026
Description Job Title: Manufacturing Operator Location: Smithfield, RI Employment Type: Temporary Industry: Medical Device Development Compensation: $17/hour Schedule: 1st shift, 6:30am-3pm, Mon-Fri About the Opportunity: The Manufacturing Operator is responsible for loading and unloading parts for laser processing, operating and maintaining various laser machines, ensuring compliance with quality management system (QMS) and ISO standards, performing basic office tasks, conducting quality inspections, as well as assisting with shipping/receiving and general shop operations. Why You'll Love Working Here: Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates Why This Opportunity is Exciting: This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally. About Acara Solutions Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide. Sound like a good fit? APPLY TODAY What You'll Do: Load and unload parts on/off fixtures to support automation cell. Operate and monitor laser machines to ensure accurate and efficient functioning. Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of part fixtures to ensure optimal performance. Learn and adapt to different laser machines and their specific requirements. Adhere to quality management systems (QMS) and ISO standards to ensure product quality and compliance. Conduct quality inspections of laser-processed parts to verify conformance with specifications. Assist in the implementation and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for shop operations. Handle basic office tasks such as project technical data entry, documentation, and maintaining records. Collaborate with team members to identify process improvements and optimize production efficiency. Follow safety guidelines and maintain a clean and organized work environment. Assist in creation of fixtures in a CNC machine, leading and unloading material as needed. Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned. Job Requirements What You'll Bring: High School Diploma or GED 2+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment What Sets You Apart: Mechanical aptitude. Relevant technical certifications or vocational training is a plus. Experience operating laser machines and leading laser programs a plus. Familiarity with quality management systems (QMS) and ISO standards. Experience working with computers including familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.) Strong attention to detail and ability to perform quality inspections. Knowledge of and ability to perform basic measurements. Basic mathematical skills. Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Additional Information: After you apply, you may receive a call or message from our AI Talent Scout about this role or other opportunities that match your skills and preferences. AI agent role is to help speed up your hiring process by answering questions, confirming basic information, and identifying whether there's a mutual fit. The call or chat may be recorded so that our recruiting team can review it - they make all final hiring decisions, while AI agent simply helps move you forward faster. The best part? They are available 24/7, so you can connect whenever it's convenient for you. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Acara Solutions and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at Website Privacy Policy \| Acara Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran. Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status. Apply