**Job Title: Machine Technician** **Job Description** The PMO Operator is tasked with operating CNC machines and aiding the Production Team by manufacturing a variety of parts and fixtures that meet the precise specifications outlined in blueprints. This role involves interaction with robotic cells and requires clear communication of any faults to the Manufacturing Engineering and Maintenance Teams. Primarily, this position focuses on Set Up Machine Operations for Robotic Welders, Laser Cells, and General Automation Machines, alongside performing preventive and routine maintenance. **Responsibilities** + Operate and program automated machines, dedicating 90% of the time to this activity. + Set up tooling, load programs, and configure machine parameters to ensure optimal equipment performance and prepare parts for production, which constitutes 5% of the time. + Perform minimal preventive maintenance and minor repairs, including parts replacement, comprising 5% of the time. **Essential Skills** + Proficiency in robotics and automation. + Experience in machine operation and setup, specifically robotic welding and laser technology. + A minimum of 2 years' experience in operating Robotic Welders, Laser Cells, or General Automation Machines. + Troubleshooting and repair capabilities. + Skills in fabrication, hydraulics, and pneumatics. + Knowledge of press brake and punch press operations. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Associate degree or technical certification in Automation, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered. **Why Work Here?** Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including a 401k with a 3% match, holiday pay, and a $5 premium for 2nd shift. Employees receive annual raises between 3-5%, and after 90 days, a week of paid vacation and a potential raise based on performance review. Benefit from 8 PTO days in the first year, paid holidays, and opportunities for cross-training in other departments with potential pay raises. Obtain in-house welding certification and look forward to a brand new state-of-the-art facility in two years, featuring a workout facility, cafeteria, arcade, and service center. Employees are reimbursed for a new weld helmet once they become permanent, and benefit from low insurance costs with a $500 deductible. Tuition assistance of $5000 per year is available with passing grades. **Work Environment** The position offers flexible start times, typically between 5-6am, with shifts from Monday to Thursday, 3:30pm to 2:00am, without overtime. Employees can opt to work 45s, including Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Fridays usually require 4-5 hours of mandatory overtime. A new facility is expected to open this year. **Job Type & Location** This is a Permanent position based out of Beloit, Wisconsin. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $72800.00/yr. 401k - 3% match Holiday pay $5 premium for 2nd shift 3-5% annual raises Great benefits and Insurance - ask me for them At 90 days: They get a week vacation paid and a potential raise based on their review Employees get 8 total PTO days off their first year (prorated from their start date) – and paid holidays. Ability to cross train in other departments and get pay raises Can get certified in welding in house Will be getting a brand new facility in 2 years: - 6 times the size - State of the art - Workout facility - Cafeteria - Arcade - New Service center - New military contract for diesel and water tanks for military vehicles Will get reimbursed for a new weld helmet once they go direct! As we are a Hendrick company, we have great benefits, costs are lower, and only a $500 deductible for insurance. We also pay weekly. The Tuition is $5000 per year with passing grades. **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Beloit,WI. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Aug 22, 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.