Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description:

In the role of a New Hire Utility, you will embark on a comprehensive learning journey to operate equipment associated with extrusion or tube mill processes while handling aluminum products.

Responsibilities:

Learn and perform 'press team' operations in the aluminum extrusion department.Ensure quality objectives are met, operate or assist operators in extrusion or casting equipment.Report and review any unusual conditions with lead operators or supervisors.Work collaboratively within a team to meet daily production goals.Adhere to Union environment terms related to shift movement and flexibility.Transition from a utility worker to a specific department upon permanent hire, with opportunities to bid on other departments.

Essential Skills:

General labor and production support experience.Knowledge of machine learning and manufacturing processes.1-2 years of experience in machine/assembly operations.Familiarity with production, material handling, and machine safety.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Mechanical aptitude and machine operating experience encouraged.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Willingness to learn forklift operation.Capability to work 2nd or 3rd shifts, including weekends and up to 12-hour shifts.Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting weights over 15 lbs and occasionally up to 100 lbs with assistance.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.31 - $20.31/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 North Chesterfield,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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