**Job Title: Machine Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled Machine Operator to apply metal to customer orders and accurately process materials according to work order specifications. The ideal candidate will ensure that processing equipment is maintained in a safe and clean condition while maintaining the processing area in an orderly manner. This role requires a detail-oriented professional to complete all required information entry accurately and perform additional tasks as assigned. **Responsibilities** + Operate cranes, forklifts, and other material handling equipment. + Pull, inspect, and verify products before processing. + Properly and safely set up equipment to run material to set up note specifications. + Process set up notes according to work order specifications. + Verify that product meets set up note specifications per written work instructions and record measurements (sampling plan). + Communicate with appropriate sales representatives regarding changes/clarifications to orders. + Perform equipment preventive maintenance. + Enter/delete material identification tags per written instructions. + Perform general clean-up and assist in packaging materials per written work instructions and work orders. + Maintain issued measurement equipment in working condition. + Operate weighing scales properly and record inspection measurements. + Identify, record, and segregate scrap and any non-conforming material. + Provide feedback regarding machine efficiency and product quality. + Complete job responsibilities safely without jeopardizing the safety of oneself or others. + Train others when required. + Assist in activities related to lean and/or quality improvement. **Essential Skills** + Certified in material handler position. + Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. + Ability to read and write. + Perform basic math skills. + Forklift operation experience. + Saw operation with 2+ years of experience. + Inventory control skills. + Blueprint reading skills. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + High school diploma or GED. + Previous warehouse experience, especially in the metals industry. + Experience with hand-held measuring tools. + Computer literacy. + Experience with saws from similar companies. + 3+ years minimum warehouse experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment. **Why Work Here?** This opportunity offers a dynamic and fast-paced environment where skilled individuals can thrive and contribute to high-quality production processes. Employees are encouraged to grow their expertise with access to training and development initiatives. The company values safety, quality, and efficiency, offering a supportive culture that recognizes and rewards hard work. **Work Environment** This role is based in a warehouse and production environment where safety and cleanliness are prioritized. The work involves handling metals such as sheet metal and aluminum, using equipment like saws, cranes, and forklifts. The setting is fast-paced, requiring attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wichita, Kansas. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $21.20 - $22.20/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 Wichita,KS. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 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.