Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

As a Machine Operator, you will perform minor production setups and handle light troubleshooting when required. Your role involves conducting various assembly operations to maintain a smooth product flow efficiently, preparing the area for upcoming jobs, and maintaining machine uptime by swiftly changing containers and restarting machines. Additionally, you will visually inspect parts before placing them on skids and assist in machine setup.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor production setups and troubleshoot as needed.

• Conduct a variety of assembly operations efficiently.

• Prepare the area for the next job.

• Maintain machine uptime by quickly changing containers and restarting machines.

• Visually inspect parts before placing them on skids.

• Assist in machine setup with Machine OP 2 personnel.

Essential Skills

• Production and machine operation experience.

• Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 35-40 pounds repeatedly for an 8-hour shift.

• Multitasking and following instructions effectively.

• Attention to detail.

• Ability to clean up after oneself and operate equipment safely and productively.

• Adaptability to a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience running 600-1000 parts a day.

• Familiarity with the automotive industry and related paperwork.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic environment where your skills contribute to the production of essential automotive components. Embrace the opportunity to work in a unique setting with older machinery, where your adaptability and problem-solving skills are valued. Enjoy a culture that supports flexibility and collaboration.

Work Environment

The position is based in a production shop that specializes in bending wire for the automotive industry. The machinery is unique and older, requiring a keen attention to detail. The dress code includes wearing steel-toed boots, casual clothing, and safety glasses to ensure a safe working environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Independence, Kentucky.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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 Independence,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 21, 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.