About us

We are a global skin & body care house, and for 135+ years we've been sharing the best our island has: our joy, our aloe, our soul. We bring it all together to help people feel healthier, more calm, more balanced — more like Aruba.

Now we're entering our next chapter. From our fields, factory and stores in Aruba, and our commercial hub in the Netherlands, we're reimagining our brand, renewing our portfolio and preparing for international growth. If you'd like to help build the future of Aruba Aloe, we'd love to hear from you.

To help keep our production running safely and efficiently, we're looking for a

Machine Operator

Mission of the role

The Machine Operator is responsible for preparing, setting up, testing, and maintaining production machinery. The role ensures machines operate efficiently, safely, and at optimal capacity while maintaining high-quality production standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up machinery according to production requirements.

• Perform daily maintenance on all machines in use.

• Monitor machine performance during production.

• Identify and report machine issues or maintenance needs.

• Submit daily reports to the Production Manager including issues and observations.

• Collaborate closely with the Production Manager on technical and operational issues.

• Assist in production processes when required.

• Learn and operate new machinery and production procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum MAVO diploma or higher.

• Technical background or training related to machinery is an advantage.

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a similar role.

• Experience working in a production or manufacturing environment.

• Background in machine operations or maintenance.

• Strong affinity for working with machines.

• Basic machine maintenance and troubleshooting.

• Computer proficiency.

Competencies

This role requires a hands-on, detail-oriented professional who enjoys working with machinery and solving technical challenges.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to work effectively in a high-performance team

• Good analytical and presentation skills

• Strong multitasking and organizational ability

• Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently

Work Hours

Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Benefits

• Additional Medical Insurance: Vision, Dental, Therapy (choice of two)

• Life insurance

• Bonuses based on operations performance

• End of year bonus. 

• Uniforms, Safety shoes, belt, etc

Culture fit: values & behaviours

Aruban joy

We bring positive energy, genuine human connection and openness into everything we do. We create an environment where people feel welcome, respected and proud to work together.

• Energy & Fun: Brings positive energy and enthusiasm to the team

• Openness: Communicates openly, respectfully and honestly

The best even better

We are proud of what we do and never stop looking for ways to improve. We learn, take ownership and continuously raise the bar—for ourselves, our products and each other.

• Growth Mindset: Learns and improves continuously

• Ownership: Takes ownership and follows through

• Professionalism: Helps create a professional work environment

From the heart

We care for each other, our customers, our community and our planet. We act with respect, responsibility and genuine care, knowing that the way we work matters as much as the results we achieve.

• Care: Collaborates, supports and helps others succeed

• Responsibility: Acts responsibly and thinks long-term

Interested? Reach out to jobs@arubaaloe.com. We'd love to hear from you!