**Job Title: Heavy Industrial Machine Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking an experienced Heavy Industrial Machine Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in machine operating, the ability to read measurement tools, and adhere to strict production guidelines. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and quality of our products. **Responsibilities** + Operate heavy industrial machinery efficiently and safely. + Read and interpret tape measures, micrometers, and calipers. + Set up products onto machinery following step-by-step instructions. + Measure products to ensure accuracy and notify the manager or maintenance if product tolerance is off. + Conduct minimal deburring of products. + Utilize a hand crane to move material off the production line. + Meet minimal production output requirements. + Complete documentation of errors, measurements, and product completion. + Maintain a clean work area. **Essential Skills** + Heavy industrial machine operating experience. + Ability to read micrometers and calipers. + Ability to read basic blueprints. + Experience in machine operation or CNC operation. + Experience in heavy industrial/steel fabrication/steel cutting. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with CNC machinery. + Ability to work in a loud, dirty, and hot environment during warm months and cold during the winter months. + Must have steel toe boots. **Why Work Here?** Our company was recently acquired by Caterpillar, providing long-term stability and opportunities for upward mobility. We are committed to investing in our employees through comprehensive training and career development. **Work Environment** Our facility currently employs 120 people and is expanding to add three total shifts. The facility is older and divided into two separate buildings. It can be loud, dirty, and hot in the summer and cold in the winter. Employees will work in specific departments under the supervision of a designated supervisor and team. The facility includes large areas of CNC machinery, welding booths, and racking systems. Efforts are underway to upgrade the facility. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dyer, Indiana. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $21.40 - $27.80 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 Dyer,IN. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Jan 31, 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.