Machine Operator

Location: Tukwila, Washington

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Training Hours)

Job Type: Contract to Hire

Benefits:

Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan120 hours of Paid Time Off annually10 Paid HolidaysMedical, Dental, Vision, and Basic Life Insurance401(k) Retirement PlanJob Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and safety-conscious Machine Operator to join our aerospace manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will operate and maintain machinery to meet production goals and quality standards while ensuring a safe and clean work environment.

ResponsibilitiesOperate forming, deburring, and heading machines to produce sleeves or other components.Monitor machine operations and make necessary adjustments.Perform basic machine upkeep including lubing, bluecoat, gritblast, sleeve washing, and packaging.Maintain a clean and organized workstation.Follow safety protocols including proper use of PPE and equipment handling.Essential SkillsMachine operation and production experienceAbility to read and write EnglishAbility to interpret safety rules, operating instructions, blueprints, and procedure manualsBasic math skills for problem-solvingFamiliarity with warehouse operations and part markingPreferred QualificationsExperience with bellcoat/thermal epoxy applicationHairless face for proper respirator fitMinimum 1 year of relevant experience or equivalent trainingProficiency with hand tools and measuring instrumentsKnowledge of shop practices and proceduresWork EnvironmentLarge aerospace machine shopSafety-focused culture with mandatory PPEHands-on training provided during onboarding

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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 Tukwila,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 30, 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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