Job Title: 1st and 2nd shift Machine Operator

Job Description

The Machine Operator is responsible for setting up and operating various brake press, punch press, and laser equipment. The candidate must interpret blueprints, adjust machines to the correct specifications, and ensure the quality of the parts produced. This role also involves lifting heavy pieces of stainless steel onto the machine and using four different brake presses throughout the week.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate brake press, punch press, and laser equipment.Interpret and work from blueprints to adjust machines to correct specifications.Check the quality of parts produced and troubleshoot any issues.Lift heavy pieces of stainless steel onto machines.Utilize four brake presses throughout the week.

Essential Skills

2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment setting up and operating lasers.2+ years of experience troubleshooting presses.2+ years of experience working from detailed blueprints using tools such as tape measures, squares, and protractors.Ability to lift 50+ lbs consistently.High School diploma or GED equivalent.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with Cincinnati presses is preferred.

Why Work Here?

Join a team committed to maintaining a clean and safe work environment. Enjoy a structured work schedule from Monday to Thursday, offering a balance between work and personal time.

Work Environment

The work environment is a very clean manufacturing plant. The dress code includes steel-toed boots, jeans, and a t-shirt. The work schedule is Monday to Thursday, 5 AM to 3:30 PM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $26.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026.

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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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