**Job Title: Bump Operator (Contract)** **Job Description** A leading forge and fabricator of aerospace and airplane products is seeking skilled individuals to fill immediate openings for Bump Operator roles. This position involves operating a bump straightener to straighten steel shapes and hollows, measuring parts with precision, and maintaining a clean work area. This is a contract role with a duration of 3 to 6 months. **Responsibilities** + Operate a bump straightener to form metal and straighten steel shapes and hollows. + Measure parts accurately using a tape measure. + Load and unload furnaces to support the bump straightening process. + Determine tolerances to straightness based on part length and measure accordingly. + Maintain a clean and organized work area. + Assist in other areas as needed. **Essential Skills** + 3+ years of machine operating experience in a manufacturing environment. + Experience in the metal manufacturing or forging industry. + Proficiency in operating a Jib Crane or Overhead Crane. + Ability to read a tape measure accurately. + Experience with CNC machines and operating various machine types. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Furnace operator experience. + Extensive measuring experience. + Strong math skills. + Good job tenure is preferred. **Why Work Here?** The company fosters a supportive work culture where employees are valued and recognized for their contributions. With a history of strong employee tenure, many who leave often seek to return, appreciating the supportive environment and growth opportunities. **Work Environment** This role is based in a manufacturing environment that is not climate-controlled, meaning it can be hot during the summer. The workplace is exceptionally organized, with everything labeled for efficiency. The dress code includes steel-toed boots, jeans, and a work shirt, with appropriate personal protective equipment provided. The day shift operates from 5:00am to 3:30pm Monday to Thursday, with extended hours as needed, and 5:00am to 1:30pm on Friday. Training on the day shift lasts approximately two weeks before transitioning to the assigned shift, which could include off-shift or night shift hours as detailed. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract position based out of HOUSTON, Texas. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 HOUSTON,TX. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jun 27, 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.