**Job Title: Form Press Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled Form Press Operator with a thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production operations and machinery, specifically Hot Forming Press Brake and Sheetmetal Forming. The ideal candidate will maintain and improve production efficiency, troubleshoot production problems, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. This position involves operating a hot forming machine that heats titanium sheet metal to 1400 degrees and uses 30,000 tons of pressure to form products. **Responsibilities** + Maintain knowledge of processes and equipment. + Maintain and improve production efficiency. + Troubleshoot production problems. + Keep track of inventory and obtain quotes when needed. + Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations, policies, and procedures. + Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. + Work with other department leads to ensure schedule adherence. **Essential Skills** + 4 years of prior manufacturing experience. + Experience in sheet metal forming. + Forming lead, Hot Form Press, brake press machines, Hot Press, Press brake, Machine operation. + Ability to communicate concisely: verbally, in writing, and with sketches or technical drawings. + Ability to read and interpret mold drawings. + PC skills and basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Good interpersonal skills. + Professional conduct. + Self-starter mindset. + Willingness to work overtime, holiday schedules, and weekends if required to support manufacturing operations. **Why Work Here?** We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401k plan with a 5% match, PTO and sick leave, and a quarterly bonus. This is a long-term opportunity with major growth projected for the company due to recently won large contracts. **Work Environment** You will be working in a clean aerospace manufacturing facility, operating machines that reach temperatures of 1300-1400 degrees Fahrenheit. The forming department currently consists of 2 employees. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sumner, Washington. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00 • 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 Sumner,WA. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Feb 1, 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.