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Job Title: Sheet Metal Machine Operator

Job Description

As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for performing advanced production activities on various types of saws including vertical and horizontal saws. You will review work orders and tooling instructions, choose the correct material for each job, position work pieces for processing, and operate a combination of different saws. Additionally, you will determine processing specifications such as materials, location of cuts, and dimensions, install and align cutting blades, and adjust controls for optimal cutting speed, depth, and feed rates. You will also perform quality inspections, diagnose problems, and coordinate material handling to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

+ Perform advanced production activities on all saws, including vertical and horizontal.

+ Review work orders, tooling instructions, or other written specifications.

+ Choose correct material for the job according to work order.

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

+ Determine processing specifications such as materials, location of cuts, and tolerances.

+ Install and align specified cutting blades using gauges, templates, or hand tools.

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

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

+ Measure and examine pieces using precision measuring instruments for conformance.

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

+ Clean equipment according to designated maintenance procedures.

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

+ Coordinate and execute material handling.

+ Complete work order paperwork/documentation.

+ Restock material and mark identification on material/work pieces.

+ Adhere to safety and quality standards.

+ Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Essential Skills

+ 1 year of machine operation experience

+ 1 year of warehouse experience

+ Basic measurement skills including taking, converting, and using measurements

+ Basic arithmetic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions

+ Basic computer proficiency and working knowledge of software applications

+ Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively

+ Ability to make sound decisions based on knowledge, experience, and judgment

+ Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships

+ Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repetitively

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ High School diploma/GED preferred

+ Warehousing and material handling experience preferred

+ Experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting saws preferred

+ Experience on overhead crane operation preferred

+ Ability to show adequate manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination

+ Ability to read and comprehend written instructions

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a supportive work environment with fantastic medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with a stipend for steel-toed boots after 90 days. Join a company that values your skills and provides opportunities for growth and development.

Work Environment

Work hours are from 1pm to 9:30pm, Monday to Friday. Initial training will be during the day shift before transitioning to the swing shift in 2026. The workspace is a non-climate-controlled warehouse with a focus on aerospace quality standards. Sh

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 Jan 12, 2026.

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.