**Job Title: Heavy Press Operator - Starting at $20/hr!** **Job Description** We are seeking a dedicated Heavy Press Operator to join our production team in a forging shop. This role involves lifting hot steel on a tong, operating a hydraulic press to form steel into pieces, and visually inspecting parts. The position is physically demanding and requires flexibility with shifts. Training will be provided on multiple positions, allowing for rotation as a 'utility' worker. **Responsibilities** + Lift hot steel on a tong, up to 30lbs, in and out of the press machine + Operate hydraulic press to form steel into pieces + Visually inspect parts for quality control + Be trained and rotate through multiple positions as a 'utility' worker + Adapt to physically demanding tasks + Initially work 1st shift but be open to 3rd shift once implemented **Essential Skills** + Experience with production and machine operation + Proficient in press operation and forging + Ability to lift up to 50 lbs + Minimum of 9 months manufacturing experience **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with hydraulic press, trimming, and shear + Prior press operation experience + Willingness to learn new positions + Concrete or construction experience is advantageous due to the physical nature of the work **Why Work Here?** We are 100% employee-owned, offering significant financial benefits through ESOP and dividend profit sharing. Our average stockholder values reach $57,000 after 5 years of service and $145,000 after 6-10 years. We also provide a 401k with a 50% company match up to 10%, HSA programs with employer contributions, and a family atmosphere. There are advancement opportunities through apprenticeship programs for various trades. **Work Environment** The work environment is dirty, hot, and loud, with no climate control. PPE is required, including hard hats, safety glasses, steel toe shoes with metatarsal protection, and ear plugs. Some positions may also require a face shield and double ear protection. Currently, we operate one shift from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday to Friday, with occasional weekends based on production needs. Longer shifts throughout the week are common to avoid weekend overtime. There are currently four openings for this role. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fremont, Ohio. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Fremont,OH. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Mar 7, 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.