Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled machine operator to join our team. The role involves measuring beams of steel and metal to customer order size using a tape measure, operating an auto saw machine, and primarily working with laser machines. You will be trained to set up and use hand and power tools for assembling carts, pallets, and other products, as well as operating robotic welding machines. A strong machine operating background is essential, and experience in heavy manufacturing and shop equipment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Measure beams of steel and metal to specified customer order sizes using a tape measure.
  • Operate an auto saw machine and primarily a laser machine to cut pieces to length.
  • Assist in assembling carts, pallets, and other products using hand and power tools.
  • Operate and be trained on robotic welding machines.
  • Maintain a strong machine operating background for niche machines training.

Essential Skills

  • Proficient in machine operating, including laser operation.
  • Ability to read blueprints and measure using micrometers and calipers.
  • Experience with saw operation and ability to lift 50 lbs.
  • Mechanical aptitude and tape measure reading skills.
  • Willingness to cross-train between machinery and job duties.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Forklift experience is a plus and willingness to train.
  • Experience in operating saws, drill press, or deburring products is beneficial.
  • Background in GMP to metals/heavy manufacturing is favorable.

Why Work Here?

Join a privately owned, employee-centric environment that has experienced record sales over the last two years and is booked for work through 2023, with plans for 2024 already underway. You'll have the opportunity to be cross-trained on various machinery and duties, with potential growth into different departments such as Welding, Robotics, and Assembly, which come with pay increases. Enjoy holiday bonuses based on performance, attendance, and tenure, annual bonuses tied to sales performance, company holidays, and low-cost benefits. Overtime is paid for any hours worked over eight in a day, and holiday pay is available for contractors.

Work Environment

Work in a medium-sized facility with ongoing metal fabrication and a newly invested state-of-the-art air quality cleaner. The facility is set to be professionally cleaned over the coming months. There are currently 36 permanent employees, with growth expected. The main building houses racking for raw materials, saw operation, robotic welders, welding booths, press brake, laser cutting, manifold assembly, cleaning tanks, specialty testing area, and an upstairs inventory. Across the street is the second building, featuring automation and panel building, flexible lead area, braiding machines, assembly benches, and a small classroom for customer training.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Aurora, Illinois.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/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 Aurora,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 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.

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