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Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

The machine operator is responsible for performing advanced production activities on all types of saws including vertical and horizontal. This role requires reviewing work orders, tooling instructions, and other written specifications, as well as choosing the correct material for each job according to the work order.

Responsibilities

+ Position work pieces for processing and operate a combination of different saws.

+ Determine processing specifications such as materials, location of cuts, sizes, surface conditions, material defects, dimensions, tolerances, and operational sequences.

+ Install and align specified cutting blades or other fixtures using gauges, templates, feelers, shims, or hand tools.

+ Adjust controls to set cutting speed, depth, and feed rates.

+ Operate saws during processing as required based on workload or business needs.

+ Measure and examine pieces using precision measuring instruments to ensure conformance to specifications.

+ Perform in-process quality inspections and quality control inspections on finished products per AS 9100 standards.

+ Clean equipment according to designated maintenance procedures.

+ Diagnose problems, make necessary adjustments, and remove scrap from machines.

+ Coordinate and execute material handling.

+ Complete work order paperwork and documentation.

+ Restock material and mark identification on materials/work pieces before and after processing.

+ Ensure compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.

+ Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Essential Skills

+ Minimum of 1 year of machine operation experience

+ 1 year of warehouse experience

+ Proficiency in machine and saw operation

+ Material handling expertise

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ 0-5 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

+ High School diploma/GED preferred

+ Experience in warehousing and material handling preferred

+ Experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting saws preferred

+ Experience with overhead crane operation preferred

+ Manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination

+ Ability to read and comprehend written instructions

+ Basic measurement skills and arithmetic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions

+ Basic computer proficiency and knowledge of software applications

+ Multi-tasking, prioritization, and time management skills

+ Sound decision-making based on knowledge, experience, and judgment

+ Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors and co-workers

+ Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a supportive work environment with fantastic medical, dental, and vision coverage. Receive a stipend for steel-toed boots after 90 days. Be part of a company that values quality and ensures compliance with AS 9100 standards.

Work Environment

The work environment is a non-climate-controlled warehouse setting with aerospace quality standards. The hours are from 1pm to 9:30pm, Monday through Friday, with initial training during the day shift before transitioning to the swing shift starting at the beginning of 2026.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fife, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/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 Fife,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 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.