Metal Machine Operator

Aerotek; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Time Off / PTO

Job summary

Aerotek in OLATHE, KS is seeking a Machine Shop Worker to operate a plasma cutting machine by uploading code and initiating operations. This role does not require manual plasma cutting but focuses on machine control and material handling.

You will adapt to multiple machines, organize shipments, and support various equipment as needed in a fully onsite fabrication shop. This position is contract to hire with competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience with machining and cutting tables.
• Basic understanding of operating a plasma table.
• Flexibility to work with different machines and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate the plasma cutting machine by uploading code and starting the machine.
• Organize placement of materials on racks or pallets for shipment.
• Adapt to working on various machinery, including A36 Cutting Table System and AKS Cutting Systems Table.
• Work flexibly to support different machines as required.

Skills

Machining experience

Cutting tables

Plasma table operation

Tools

A36 Cutting Table System

AKS Cutting Systems Table

Job description

Job Title: Machine Shop Worker

Your primary responsibility will be operating a plasma cutting machine, which involves uploading code and initiating the machine's operations. This role does not require physical plasma cutting.

Responsibilities

• Operate the plasma cutting machine by uploading code and starting the machine.
• Ensure organized placement of materials on racks or pallets for shipment.
• Adapt to working on various machinery, including A36 Cutting Table System and AKS Cutting Systems Table.
• Work flexibly to support different machines as required.

Essential Skills

• Experience with machining and cutting tables.
• Basic understanding of operating a plasma table.
• Flexibility to work with different machines and equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in fabrication, machining, welding, and cutting is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Experience in plasma cutting is beneficial.
• Familiarity with blueprint reading, editing, and quality control is a plus.

Why Work Here?

This position offers significant growth opportunities, including comprehensive training across all areas of the shop. You will have a direct path to learning fabrication techniques and eventually operating CNC machinery, making it an excellent opportunity for career advancement.

Work Environment

Work in a fabrication shop setting, primarily operating machinery without engaging in direct fabrication tasks. Safety equipment such as hoods and gloves is not necessary, as the role focuses on machine operation and material loading.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of OLATHE, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.

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 OLATHE,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 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.