• Punch Press Operator

    Aerotek (Minneapolis, MN)


    Job Title: Punch Press Operator

    Job Description

    We are seeking a skilled Punch Press Operator to join our sheet metal production team. You will be responsible for operating punch press machines ranging from 32 to 200 tons, focusing on long-run, repetitive production on smaller ton machines that produce a high volume of parts. Your role will include inspecting parts to ensure they meet tolerance and quality standards. Additionally, you will be operating a forklift and/or pallet jack to manage materials for the machines.

    Responsibilities

    + Operate punch press machines ranging from 32 to 200 tons.

    + Perform long-run, repetitive production on smaller ton machines.

    + Inspect parts to ensure they meet tolerance and quality standards.

    + Operate a forklift and/or pallet jack to manage materials for the machines.

    + Work as part of the sheet metal production team.

    Essential Skills

    + 1 year of manufacturing machine operation experience.

    + Mechanically inclined with good mathematical skills.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Punch Press and Brake Press experience.

    + Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    We are a growing company offering significant upward mobility. For most positions, we provide training to help you learn and excel in your trade. Despite our large size, we maintain a small family-owned feel, hosting various events and employee-based incentives.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Our large-scale facility specializes in metal fabrication and metal stamping. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including prototyping, short-run stamping, metal fabrication, precision machining, structural fabrication, and custom laser cutting. Our in-house tool and die shop and complete metal assembly services make us a one-stop custom design and contract-manufacturing provider. We serve various industries, including automotive, medical, agricultural, lawn & turf care, aerospace, and defense.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, Minnesota.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $28.00/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 Minneapolis,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 9, 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.