**Job Title: Weekend Shift Machine Operator - Laser** Job Description The role involves setting up and operating various types of fabrication machinery including Press Brakes, Lasers, CNC Mills, PEM, and Plasma Cutters. You will utilize computers, CAD programs, basic hand tools, and measurement instruments to effectively perform tasks. The position also requires communication with production leads to meet demands and follow schedules, inspecting production parts for defects and quality standards, and performing routine maintenance on machinery. Responsibilities + Set up and operate fabrication machinery such as Press Brakes, Lasers, CNC Mills, PEM, and Plasma Cutters. + Utilize computers, CAD programs, and basic hand tools for operation. + Communicate with production leads to ensure demands are met and schedules are followed. + Inspect production parts for defects and ensure they meet quality standards. + Perform routine maintenance on machinery. + Apply knowledge of machine tooling, speeds/feeds, and tooling setup. + Use basic measurement instruments to verify component dimensions. Essential Skills + Experience in sheet metal fabrication. + Knowledge of machine tooling, speeds/feeds, and tooling setup. + Ability to use basic measurement instruments. + Blueprint reading skills. + Proficiency in operating laser machines like Trumpf Laser. + Willingness to train on 1st shift. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Ability to read a tape measure to the 16th. Why Work Here? Enjoy a great family culture in a central location in Charleston. We offer competitive pay, long-term employment, growth opportunities, and excellent benefits once you are brought on full-time. Additionally, you will receive a pay increase upon full-time employment. Work Environment Work in a fabrication shop environment that is non-climate controlled. This role may require weekend shifts and training on the first shift. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Charleston, South Carolina. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $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 North Charleston,SC. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Oct 3, 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.