Machine Operator

Aerotek; Belgrade (MN); On-site; USD 46,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Weekly pay

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Machine Operator in Belgrade, MN to monitor and operate woodworking machines, ensuring precise dimensions and safe, efficient production. The role requires setting up equipment and performing ongoing quality checks in a fully onsite facility.

Responsibilities include logging production data, maintaining equipment, handling materials, and assisting with packing and inventory tasks to support a smooth manufacturing process.

Responsibilities

• Set up woodworking machinery at the start of each shift to ensure proper operation and correct cutting dimensions.
• Monitor machine performance and product flow, adjusting equipment to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Perform regular quality control checks to ensure products meet specifications.
• Record and maintain logs of daily processes, production and QC measurements.
• Maintain machine cleanliness and perform routine upkeep for safe operation.
• Load and unload materials, ensuring proper placement and safe flow.
• Use hand and power tools and tape measures to set up equipment and verify dimensions.
• Inspect finished and in-process products for defects and take corrective action.
• Assist with assembly, packaging and packing of finished goods.
• Support inventory tasks by moving, staging and organizing materials.
• Operate forklifts or other material handling equipment as required.
• Interpret blueprints or production instructions to set up and run machines.

Skills

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Tape measures

Job description

Machine Operator

Job Description

This role involves monitoring and operating a variety of woodworking machines that cut lumber to precise dimensions, ensuring consistent quality, accurate measurements, and safe, efficient production throughout the workday.

Responsibilities

• Set up woodworking machinery at the start of each shift to ensure proper operation and correct cutting dimensions.
• Monitor machine performance and product flow throughout the day, making necessary adjustments to equipment to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Perform regular quality control checks on products during production to confirm they meet required specifications and standards.
• Record and maintain detailed logs of daily processes, production activities, and quality control measurements.
• Monitor the condition and cleanliness of machinery, performing routine cleaning and basic upkeep to support safe and reliable operation.
• Handle, load, and unload materials into and out of machines, ensuring proper placement and safe material flow.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices such as tape measures to set up equipment and verify product dimensions.
• Inspect finished and in-process products for defects or inconsistencies and take corrective action when necessary.
• Assist with general production tasks, including assembly, packaging, and packing of finished goods.
• Support inventory-related activities by moving, staging, and organizing materials as needed.
• Operate forklifts or other material handling equipment, if required, to move raw materials and finished products safely.
• Interpret basic blueprints or production instructions to ensure machines are set up and operated according to specifications.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a very clean facility with a strong, positive culture that values teamwork, safety, and respect. The environment supports learning and skill development, offering the opportunity to grow your experience with woodworking machinery and production processes while contributing to a well-organized, professional operation.

Work Environment

The role is based in a clean woodworking shop that uses machines to cut wood to specific dimensions in a production setting. You will work around industrial woodworking equipment, hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices, and may use forklifts or other material handling equipment. The facility emphasizes cleanliness and organization, creating a comfortable and safe workspace focused on quality and efficient production.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Belgrade, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $46000.00 - $58000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 Belgrade,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 1, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.