Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

The Machine Operator safely operates, monitors, and adjusts production machinery in a metal manufacturing environment to meet daily output, quality, and safety goals. This role includes machine setup, basic troubleshooting, quality inspections, and maintaining accurate production records while supporting continuous production flow and ensuring all products meet internal and customer specifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery safely and efficiently to meet daily production targets.
• Set up machines according to production specifications, including adjustments for different materials and product requirements.
• Monitor machine performance and make routine adjustments to maintain optimal operation and product quality.
• Perform basic troubleshooting on equipment issues to minimize downtime and maintain continuous production flow.
• Conduct quality control inspections on finished and in-process products to ensure they meet company and customer specifications.
• Use measurement tools, such as tape measures, to verify product dimensions and tolerances.
• Support production activities by coordinating material flow and ensuring machines are supplied with required materials.
• Maintain accurate and timely production records, including output, quality checks, and any machine adjustments or issues.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment around heavy metal materials and machinery.
• Perform routine housekeeping duties to keep work areas clean, organized, and free of safety hazards.
• Assist with basic maintenance tasks as needed to keep equipment in good working condition.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production schedules and continuous improvement goals.

Essential Skills

• Proven ability to safely operate production machinery in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with machine operation and setup, including adjusting equipment for different production runs.
• Strong skills in quality control and inspection, including verifying measurements and product specifications.
• Basic troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve common machine and process issues.
• Ability to support continuous production by managing material flow and monitoring equipment performance.
• Commitment to safety, including following established procedures and maintaining a hazard-free work area.
• Ability to perform routine housekeeping to keep workstations clean and organized.
• Comfort working with measurement tools such as tape measures to ensure accurate dimensions.
• Ability to work effectively around metal fabrication processes and heavy metal materials.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a metal manufacturing environment with steel, copper, brass, and other metals.
• Experience in CNC operation or metal fabrication processes.
• Experience operating a stand-up forklift in a production or warehouse setting.
• Familiarity with basic maintenance practices for production machinery.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a production team and communicate clearly with coworkers and supervisors.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a strong culture of internal promotion and career growth, with clear opportunities to advance over time. The organization offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan to support long-term financial well-being. Achievement is regularly recognized through monthly steak lunches for hitting individual goals and quarterly employee appreciation lunches, fostering a positive and rewarding work environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a steel manufacturing facility where employees work around large pieces of steel, metal, copper, and brass. The environment is non-climate-controlled, so conditions may vary with the seasons. Safety is the top priority, with strict adherence to safety procedures and practices required at all times. Team members work in proximity to heavy materials and machinery, and are expected to maintain clean, organized work areas to support safe and efficient operations.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kennesaw, GA.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Kennesaw,GA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 7, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.