**Job Title: Machine Operator, Pay $19.50/hr Weekly Pay, 1st Shift** **Job Description** Join a growing company in the semiconductor industry as a Machine Operator. This entry-level position on the 1st shift, Monday through Friday, 6 am to 2:30 pm, involves working both inside and outside of a cleanroom environment. The role focuses on manufacturing gas weldments for gas panels, operating an orbital welding machine, and performing mechanical inspections. **Responsibilities** + Set up and operate an orbital welding machine in a cleanroom environment. + Perform mechanical inspections once pieces come off the machine. + Operate a saw (tube cutting) machine outside the cleanroom. + Read prints and work orders, requiring knowledge of measuring devices such as calipers and height gauges. + Engage in Asymmetric Views Rolling, with training provided as needed. **Essential Skills** + 1+ year of recent experience in a manufacturing role, preferably machine operating or quality inspections. + Basic mechanical aptitude and experience with hand tools. + Ability to read prints or work orders. + Reliability and a proven track record of dependability. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + High school diploma or equivalent. + Mechanical inclination and ability to describe the use of hand tools. + Ability to read measuring devices such as calipers and height gauges. **Why Work Here?** This company offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for career advancement. As the semiconductor industry is set to grow significantly, there is potential for permanent positions and career growth. Employees enjoy benefits like a 10% shift differential for 2nd shift and double pay on Sundays. The company's proprietary weldments product line ensures consistent demand and business stability. **Work Environment** Work within the weldments department alongside a team of 10-15 people. The role involves working in a cleanroom, requiring comfort with wearing smocks. The current schedule is 1st shift, Monday through Friday, 6 am to 2:30 pm, with potential future shifts and occasional Saturday work. The workplace is located at 200 Parker Drive, #600, 78728. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Austin, Texas. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $18.00/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 Austin,TX. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jul 8, 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.