Job Title: Hardware Operator

Job Description

The role involves verifying that specified hardware is installed in the correct location by using a print. The operator will position and align bolts, dies, and fixtures in the machine, prepare a pick list for required hardware, adjust machine settings, and deliver the first piece for inspection to verify dimensions and hardware location.

Responsibilities

• Align holes of workpieces with the anvil of the machine.
• Position pems or hardware with holes in workpieces over an anvil or against fixtures.
• Depress pedal to lower ram that inserts the pem or hardware into the workpieces.
• Fill hopper with pems or hardware when operating semiautomatic machines.
• Prepare a pick list for required hardware to subtract from inventory.
• Turn knobs and set screws to adjust depth and pressure limit of ram stroke.
• Deliver the first piece to inspection for verification of dimensions and hardware location.

Essential Skills

• 1+ years experience in a manufacturing environment
• Stable work history
• Ability to read blueprints
• Capability to distinguish colors
• Experience with hardware, sheet metal, and blueprint reading

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience setting up and operating Haeger machines preferred
• Excellent people skills with an ability to partner with a dynamic leadership team
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to the mission
• Ability to bend and lift, loading and unloading workpieces into the machine
• Capability to lift objects up to 50 pounds throughout the day
• Perform repetitive work for more than 8 hours per day and on weekends

Why Work Here?

Enjoy comprehensive health benefits, including health, dental, and vision plans. Benefit from a 401k match and opportunities for overtime. The shop is clean and organized, providing a positive work environment. Nicotine-free employees receive additional health savings account contributions.

Work Environment

The Hardware Department is located next to the Press Brakes and Turrets, along with the Quality Department. Candidates must be adept at using blueprints and willing to assist in other areas. Work during the 2nd shift from 3:30pm to 2:00am, and adhere to safety protocols by wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Paul,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2025.

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 – 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 companies’ 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.