Job Title: 3rd Shift - Machine Operator

Job Description

As a 3rd Shift Machine Operator, you will check the work order and blueprint to determine the part and quantity needed for daily production. You will set up the machine each day, stand, and load metal sheets into the Brake Press, forming and bending the metal until completed. You may also operate other equipment such as Fiber Laser, Die Stamp, spot welder, assembly, finishing, sanding, and punch press. You will visually and physically inspect each piece of metal to ensure it meets specifications, using tools like micrometers, calipers, and tape measures, while lifting 40+ lbs daily.

Responsibilities

• Check work orders and blueprints for part specifications and daily production quantities.
• Set up the machine every day for production.
• Load metal sheets into the Brake Press and form/bend the metal as required.
• Operate various equipment including Fiber Laser, Die Stamp, spot welder, assembly, finishing, sanding, and punch press.
• Inspect each piece of metal visually and physically to ensure it meets specifications.
• Use micrometers, calipers, and tape measures for precision measurements.
• Lift 40+ lbs daily.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Proficiency in machine operation.
• Experience using micrometers and calipers.
• At least 1 year of experience operating a machine and using micrometers and calipers.
• Experience with Laser, press brake, TIG welding, Punch press, and fabrication.
• Proficiency with tape measure and CNC operations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 1 year of experience running a press.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy working in a large, clean, climate-controlled facility, one of the nicest in Wisconsin. Benefit from an onsite health clinic, and be part of a team that manufactures high-end stainless steel kitchen appliances. There are numerous opportunities for advancement into various departments such as welding, maintenance, machining, and tooling. The company also offers tuition reimbursement.

Work Environment

This is a 3rd shift position, working from 10 PM to 6 AM, Sunday night to Friday morning, with an expectation of 5-10 hours of overtime. The facility is huge, with over 300 people in the fabrication department across 3 shifts. It is one of the nicest and cleanest climate-controlled shops in Wisconsin, featuring an onsite health clinic and a great break room. You will work alongside 2-3 other employees, each operating their own machine in a pod.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Madison, Wisconsin.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $27.00/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 Madison,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 2, 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.