**Job Title: Machine Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking a dedicated Machine Operator to join our team on the 2nd shift from 3:30pm to 12:00am, Monday through Friday, with potential for overtime. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and operating cold heading and thread rolling machines, ensuring high-quality production according to detailed engineering drawings and process control documents. **Responsibilities** + Set up and operate cold heading and thread rolling machines with guidance from a trainer or mentor. + Work from detailed engineering drawings, process control documents, and best practices to produce quality parts. + Use precision measuring devices such as micrometers, dial calipers, and optical comparators. + Prepare dies for use in cold heading and thread rolling with shop support equipment. + Troubleshoot machine malfunctions and make necessary adjustments to maintain specified tolerances. + Obtain correct job packets, including routers, part drawings, and specifications. + Access correct bill of materials from the shop floor computer and obtain necessary machine tooling. + Install and remove tooling from machines using hand tools. + Draw new coiled wire using an in-line wire drawer as needed. + Report faulty machine operations, defective materials, and equipment issues. + Maintain proper machine oil levels daily and keep the workplace neat and orderly. + Complete time, production, and quality reports. + Communicate with operators from other shifts to exchange pertinent information. + Observe all safety regulations in all duties. + Perform other duties as assigned. **Essential Skills** + Mechanical and technical skills. + Prior manufacturing experience. + Proficiency in using micrometers, calipers, comparators, and gages. + Basic computer skills. + Mechanical ability. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Ability to read and understand engineering specifications and work instructions. + Experience with threading and roll forming. **Why Work Here?** We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as critical illness, accident, and hospital insurance. Our retirement plan provides both pre-tax and post-tax contribution options. Employees may also benefit from voluntary life and AD&D insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, and a health spending account (HSA). Additional perks include transportation benefits, an employee assistance program, and various forms of paid time off. **Work Environment** You will be working in a dynamic manufacturing environment where attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols are paramount. The role requires the use of various precision measuring tools and equipment, ensuring that all machine operations are executed to the highest standards. The dress code is aligned with safety regulations, and the facility operates on a 2nd shift schedule with the possibility of overtime. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Danboro, PA. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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 Danboro,PA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 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.