**Job Title: Machine Operator - Fabrication** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled Machine Operator to join our fabrication team, responsible for setting up, programming, testing, and adjusting machines to shape materials according to specifications. This role requires a keen eye for detail and the ability to work with various materials such as bus and steel using shear machines. **Responsibilities** + Set up, program, test, and adjust machines for shearing, piercing, extruding, bending, and shaping materials. + Process work orders in line with production schedules or expedited requests. + Read and interpret blueprints to produce desired parts. + Install, exchange, align, and lock punches, dies, or other fixtures on machines. + Interface with industrial robots for material handling on conveyors or specified devices. + Position and secure materials against fixtures, clamps, or stops on machines. + Observe equipment operations and troubleshoot machine control issues. + Inspect completed workpieces for defects such as jagged edges or marred surfaces. + Measure completed workpieces with tools like squares, tape measures, and calipers to verify specifications. + Mark parts with identifying information and neatly stack fabricated parts on carts or conveyors. + Properly discard scrap and defective materials. + Initiate scrap tickets to generate part replacement orders. + Collaborate with Material Handlers to ensure the availability of materials like copper, aluminum, and various types of steel. + Clean and maintain machines, equipment, and work area to ensure proper functioning and safety. + Perform or assist in necessary equipment repairs as a Class A Operator. + Operate forklifts and other electrical material handling equipment for loading and unloading materials. + Perform other tasks as directed by supervision. **Essential Skills** + High School diploma or equivalent. + 6 months of fabrication experience, specifically in forming and punching. + Basic shop math skills. + Basic computer skills and proficiency with mechanical/measuring tools. + Proficiency in speaking, reading, writing, and comprehending English. + Physical ability to reach, grasp, lift 50 lbs., and push/pull/slide heavy materials. + Capability to make coordinated hand and arm movements to grasp and move objects. + Ability to stoop, bend, squat, crawl, and climb. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + CNC Programming preferred. + Must be at least 18 years of age. + Reliable transportation required. **Why Work Here?** Join a company that values its employees by offering a full package of benefits and consistent pay increases every six months. This is a long-term opportunity with some of the biggest clients in AI Data Centers, providing job stability and growth potential. **Work Environment** Work in a climate-controlled facility with the opportunity to train on the first shift (M-F 5AM-1:30PM) with the potential to move to the second shift (M-F 4:00PM-12:30AM) after 12.5 weeks. Overtime is voluntary, and the facility is equipped with common safety equipment. The site is unionized, offering eligibility for conversion after 90 days, with pay increases every six months for full-time employees. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pomona, CA. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $18.50/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 Pomona,CA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 23, 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.