**1st Shift Machine Operators – Hudson, WI** **$19.50–$20/hr | Listen to Music While You Work!** **About the Role** Join a growing team as a **Laser Machine Operator** , helping produce innovative medical products such as biowearable sensors, wound‑care items, and diagnostic devices. You’ll work with a variety of machines and will have opportunities to cross‑train in multiple areas—perfect for someone who enjoys learning new skills. **What You’ll Do** + Operate laser machines to manufacture medical components + Inspect parts in real time to ensure accuracy and quality + Perform quality tests on finished products + Package items for shipment + Record data both manually and in computer systems **What You Bring** + Experience in machine operation or production + Familiarity with lasers or medical device assembly (preferred) + Ability to use micrometers, calipers, and other measurement tools + At least 6 months of manufacturing experience + Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn **Why You’ll Love Working Here** + Laid‑back, collaborative work culture + Extremely low turnover + **Excellent benefits starting on Day 1** + Profit‑sharing opportunities + **401(k) match up to 6%** + Tuition reimbursement + Growing company with strong performance history + Listen to music, podcasts, or audiobooks using one earbud while working **Work Environment & Schedule** + Small team: 15–20 people on 1st shift + Hours: + **Mon–Thu:** 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM + **Fri:** 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM + Loud environment (earbud permitted on one side) + Lab coat and hair net required (not a full clean room) **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hudson, WI. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $19.50 - $20.50/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 Hudson,WI. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Mar 5, 2026. **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.