Machine Operator

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Machine Operator Job Description Join our team as a Machine Operator working on the first shift in a dynamic manufacturing environment. You'll work from 6:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Thursday, with the possibility of overtime on Fridays. This role involves operating machinery, ensuring quality control, and maintaining reliability in a supportive workplace. Responsibilities Load and unload machines, ensuring parts meet quality standards. Operate older Acme Gridley machines and adjust them as needed. Perform quality checks on small parts throughout the shift. Train on mills or lathes as required. Maintain a clean and safe work environment. Exhibit a reliable work ethic and a willingness to learn. Essential Skills 2+ years of experience in manufacturing as a machine operator within the last 3-5 years. Ability to read and use micrometers and calipers. Mechanically inclined with experience in machining and precision grinding. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with CNC mill and lathe, automated grinding, or manual grinding. Familiarity with Acme machines is a bonus. Experience with Sheffield gauges, Cincinatti, and Norton machines. Experience in grinding pins with specific tolerances. Why Work Here? This is a contract-to-hire role in a company that values its employees and invests in their growth. You'll have the opportunity to work in a supportive environment where safety is the top priority. Work Environment You'll be working in a clean, safety-oriented manufacturing facility that operates on a 4-day, 10-hour schedule. The environment prioritizes safety and reliability, with potential additional work on Saturdays to meet production demands. It's a hands-on role requiring attention to detail and consistent attendance. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Millington, MI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/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 Millington,MI.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 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.