**Job Title: Utility Operator** **Job Description** Utility Operators are crucial team members responsible for learning to operate equipment associated with the extrusion or tube mill and handling aluminum products. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of the production process while adhering to safety practices, standard operating procedures, and quality requirements. **Responsibilities** + Operate, support, and move materials both on and off machines using lifting techniques and hoists. + Support Tube Mill operations, which may involve working shifts different from the extrusion department. + Ensure all quality objectives are met, assisting operators in extrusion or casting equipment. + Report and review any unusual conditions with lead operators or supervisors. + Collaborate with team members and management to meet daily production goals. + Work in a Union environment, adhering to terms related to shift movement and flexibility. **Essential Skills** + 1-2 years of experience in manufacturing or production support. + Mechanical aptitude and machine operating experience. + Experience in production, assembly, and material handling. + Ability to perform quality checks and use hand tools. + Proficiency in operating machinery, such as press machines and forklifts. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Excellent verbal and written communication skills. + Willingness to learn forklift operation. + Ability to work all three shifts as Tube Mill rotates. + Physical capability to perform tasks, including lifting weights over 15-50 lbs and occasionally up to 100 lbs. + Ability to work with and around motorized equipment. **Why Work Here?** The company values integrity and a strong work ethic, creating an inclusive environment that welcomes veterans. Employees are provided with extensive training and development opportunities, fostering both personal and professional growth. The facility supports a collaborative culture, aimed at solving complex problems and delivering high-quality products. Enjoy benefits such as a company match for 401(k), low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits, and vacation eligibility after 90 days. **Work Environment** The work environment is non-climate controlled and can be loud due to machinery, though it is spacious. The summer months can be particularly hot. Tube Mill shifts are steady with potentially long days, typically 7-3, 3-11, and 11-7, with the possibility of 10-12 hour days for up to 6 days a week. The role requires handling grease, oil, and hydraulic fluids essential for machine operation. Candidates should be comfortable with these conditions. The union dictates shifts, requiring flexibility and adaptability to the work schedule. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Chesterfield, VA. **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 Feb 15, 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.