Job Title: Radial Drill Operator

Job Description

As a Drill Press Operator, you will obtain work assignments from the supervisor, determine work priorities, and check oil and coolant levels daily. You will be responsible for setting up and operating drill press machines, ensuring correct materials and tools are used, and performing various machining operations.

Responsibilities

• Obtain work assignments from supervisor based on schedule and priority.
• Check oil and coolant levels daily and inform supervisor if maintenance is needed.
• Identify type of set-up required and determine work to be performed by reviewing customer-issued prints.
• Ensure correct material and tools are free from visible defects.
• Layout, plan, and sequence work.
• Select and verify machine accessories and holding devices are in good condition.
• Attach machine accessories, tools, and fixtures using wrenches, bolts, and clamps.
• Select and check cutting tools for correct type, length, diameter, and radius.
• Load and unload cutters using tool holders and hand tools.
• Load and unload workpiece on drill table manually, with a fork truck, or using an overhead crane.
• Set machine index points per drawing, including drill and tap depth compensations and tool heights.
• Run machine to perform machining operations such as drilling, reaming, tapping, spot facing, and counter boring.
• Monitor machine during operation for unusual vibrations or sounds.
• Adjust machine settings to correct machining problems or prepare for next operation in sequence.
• Check work after each operation to ensure parts are complete per drawing and free from visible defects.
• Remove sharp edges/burrs from parts using appropriate tools.
• Dimensionally check key features using precision measuring tools.
• Submit completed job or in-process checks to inspector at appropriate steps in sequence.
• Perform authorized rework as required and coordinate with supervisor to route parts to another department for completion.

Essential Skills

• Experience in machine operation and set up.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprint schematics.
• Proficiency in using hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of drilling and machine shop practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to work from 5am-330pm Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturdays.

Why Work Here?

We offer benefits and are looking for long-term candidates. We provide a supportive and stable work environment where you can grow your skills and advance your career.

Work Environment

This role is based in a job shop environment with regular hours from 5am to 330pm, Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturdays. The job involves using various technologies and equipment, including drill press machines, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sapulpa, Oklahoma.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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 Sapulpa,OK.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 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.