Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Machine Operator

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Machine Operator responsible for setting up and operating sheet metal brake presses and tube benders. The role requires adherence to strict safety standards and involves forming various parts by following part prints and using different measuring devices.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate sheet metal brake presses and tube benders.
• Form various metal components of different sizes and metal types.
• Understand and apply different tooling configurations with limited guidance.
• Follow part prints and use measuring devices accurately.
• Maintain adherence to strict safety standards at all times.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Why Work Here?

We offer a competitive benefits package including paid vacation, 401(k), health, dental, vision, and life insurance, flexible spending benefits, and tuition reimbursement. We are recognized as an employer of choice in the Lexington, VA area.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large plant environment that is non-temperature controlled. Employees are expected to stand and walk for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs (non-repetitive), and stoop as required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lexington, Virginia.

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Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.53 - $26.14 / 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 :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lexington,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.