Machine Operator

Aerotek; Texas; Presencial; USD 25.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account

Transit benefits

Descripción de la vacante

Aerotek is seeking a Machine Operator for a Pilot Point, TX shop. This contract role involves setting up and operating band saws, ironworkers, and CNC machines to fabricate steel parts to spec.

You will read blueprints and measurements, maintain quality, and follow safety procedures in a fast-paced environment. The shift runs days with potential for long-term employment based on performance.

Formación

• Read and interpret measurements, blueprints, and work orders.
• Read a tape measure to within 1/16 inch.
• Basic mechanical aptitude to operate fabrication machinery.
• Demonstrated reliability and punctuality.
• Experience in fabrication or machine operation preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Set up and operate fabrication equipment to produce steel components.
• Read blueprints and work orders to ensure correct parts.
• Maintain quality and safety standards on the shop floor.
• Perform basic maintenance on equipment to reduce downtime.
• Work independently to meet daily output goals.

Conocimientos

Tape measure accuracy

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Reliability

Fabrication experience

Independent worker

Physical fitness

Ability to follow instructions

Herramientas

Band saws

Ironworkers

CNC machines

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

This Machine Operator position supports a steel fabrication operation by setting up and operating production equipment to produce accurate metal components. You will work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ensuring that all products meet safety, quality, and efficiency standards while contributing to a clean, organized, and safe workplace.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate fabrication equipment such as band saws, ironworkers, and CNC machines to produce steel components according to specifications.
• Read and interpret measurements, blueprints, and work orders to ensure accurate production of parts.
• Accurately measure materials using a tape measure to within 1/16 of an inch to maintain precise dimensions.
• Load and unload raw materials and finished parts safely and efficiently to keep production flowing.
• Monitor machine performance during operation and make necessary adjustments to maintain quality and productivity.
• Inspect parts for quality and specification compliance, identifying and addressing any defects or deviations.
• Perform basic machine maintenance and keep equipment in good working condition to minimize downtime.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, following housekeeping standards throughout the shift.
• Follow all safety procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements to ensure a safe working environment.
• Work independently while following instructions and production priorities to meet daily output goals.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately to within 1/16 of an inch.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, measurements, and work orders.
• Basic mechanical aptitude to operate and adjust fabrication machinery.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic, reliability, and punctuality.
• Previous experience with fabrication or machine operation (preferred but not strictly required).
• Ability to lift materials and perform tasks in a physical, hands-on environment.
• Ability to work independently and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced steel fabrication or manufacturing environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating fabrication equipment such as band saws, ironworkers, and CNC machines.
• Background in steel fabrication or metalworking environments.
• Exposure to or experience with flux core welding and MIG welding.
• Ability to interpret and work from detailed blueprints and fabrication drawings.
• Familiarity with maintaining and performing basic troubleshooting on production machinery.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing organization that invests in long-term talent and offers opportunities for permanent employment and internal promotion. The company focuses on developing employees’ skills, supporting career growth, and creating a stable work environment where hard work and reliability are recognized. You can build a lasting career in steel fabrication while gaining hands‑on experience with industrial equipment and processes.

Work Environment

This role is based in a steel fabrication shop located in Pilot Point, TX, operating on a day shift schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with an additional 8-hour shift on Saturdays. You will work around heavy equipment in an environment with exposure to heat, noise, dust, and other typical shop conditions. The position requires standing for most of the shift, frequent lifting, and repetitive motions. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required at all times, and you will work with tools and machinery such as band saws, ironworkers, CNC machines, and welding‑related equipment in a structured, safety‑focused production setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Pilot Point, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/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)
• Transportat