Machine Operator

Job Title: Machine Operator 2nd shift $22.58 per hour

Job Description

Join a high-volume metal stamping facility as a Machine Operator, responsible for safely operating progressive, tandem, and transfer presses to produce high-quality metal components. You will load and run machines, perform visual and dimensional inspections, complete routine maintenance and setups, and accurately record production and quality data in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate progressive presses, tandem presses, and transfer presses to produce metal stampings according to production requirements.
• Manually load parts or blanks into machines and place finished parts into appropriate inventory baskets.
• Visually inspect components and assemblies for quality defects such as scrap marks, rust, burrs, lamination, missing welds, and other nonconformities.
• Measure parts using appropriate measuring tools to ensure they meet specified dimensions and tolerances.
• Perform ongoing quality checks and inspections throughout the production run to maintain consistent product quality.
• Accurately record and report production, quality, and inventory information in accordance with company procedures.
• Monitor weld machines and presses for proper operation and promptly report any malfunctions or problems to supervision and maintenance.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance and basic setup tasks, including die setting and fastening, and machine lubrication.
• Use hand tools such as pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers, die bars, tape measures, and calipers safely and effectively.
• Label and tag parts, baskets, and inventory accurately to ensure proper identification and traceability.
• Follow all company standards, work instructions, and procedures while operating machinery and equipment.
• Use required safety equipment, including gloves, sleeves, and earplugs, and maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Assist with troubleshooting minor machine issues and support efficient changeovers and setups as needed.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and continuously improve processes.

Essential Skills

• Experience working in a manufacturing or stamping environment.
• Ability to operate production machinery or willingness to learn machine operations.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with industrial equipment and hand tools.
• Ability to perform visual inspections and identify quality defects on metal parts and assemblies.
• Proficiency in using measuring tools such as tape measures and calipers to verify part dimensions.
• Basic troubleshooting skills to identify and report machine or process issues.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, standard operating procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Attention to detail for accurate labeling, tagging, and recording of production and quality information.
• Capability to perform routine and preventative maintenance tasks, including basic die setting and machine lubrication.
• Physical ability to work in a heavy industrial environment, including standing for extended periods and handling metal components.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Machine operation experience with setups and changeovers is a plus but not required.
• Prior experience operating press brakes or other metal forming equipment is beneficial.
• Familiarity with quality control practices and production documentation in a manufacturing setting.
• Comfort reading simple blueprints or part specifications is an advantage.
• Experience with inspection, assembly, and general labor tasks in an industrial environment.
• No formal certifications required.
• No medical monitoring requirements.
• Willingness to receive advanced training and develop skills on progressive, tandem, and transfer presses.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing organization with expansion locally and across the country, offering stable employment and long-term career potential. Team members benefit from regular overtime opportunities, clear paths for advancement, and access to advanced training to build new skills and increase expertise. The facility values safety, continuous improvement, and providing additional breaks during hotter conditions to support employee well-being.

Work Environment

This role is based in a heavy industrial metal stamping facility with several very large presses and a workforce of a few hundred employees. The environment is partially climate controlled with improved ventilation compared to prior conditions. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 9:15 p.m., with overtime extending the workday to approximately 11:15 p.m. when needed. Employees receive one 10-minute break and a paid 20-minute lunch, plus extra breaks when temperatures are higher than average. You will work alongside a large team of operators in a structured production setting, using industrial presses, weld machines, and common hand tools such as pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers, die bars, tape measures, and calipers, while wearing appropriate safety gear like gloves, sleeves, and earplugs.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lebanon, TN.

The pay range for this position is $22.58 - $22.58/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Lebanon,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.