**CNC Laser Operators Needed** **Job Description** The CNC Laser Operator will work in the fabrication department to supply materials for the press brake department. **Responsibilities** + Operate CNC machines as a machine operator. + Understand and apply knowledge of metal fabrication. + Read and understand blueprints and other shop drawing aids. + Utilize a crane to move sheets of steel to the bed of the laser machine. + Unload parts from the laser bed. + Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations. **Essential Skills** + Experience working on CNC machines as a machine operator. + Knowledge of metal fabrication. + Ability to read and understand blueprints and other shop drawing aids. + Experience with laser operation, sheet metal, and machine operation. + Ability to troubleshoot and inspect parts during the fabrication process. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Ability to follow instructions and management directives. + Ensure a safe working environment and good housekeeping in your respective area. + Must be able to operate a forklift. + Requires lifting and carrying up to 50lbs. + Ability to stand for the duration of the shift, up to 10 hours. **Why Work Here?** Our company offers significant growth opportunities as we are expanding with a new building. We are a family-owned company that values our employees. We provide a comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, and Vision insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield, a 401K with a 3% match, and paid vacation. You will receive one week of vacation initially and two weeks after one full year. Additionally, there is potential for an end-of-year bonus based on overall company performance, and annual reviews with your direct supervisor. **Work Environment** The work environment can be hot in the summer, but doors are kept open for ventilation. The facility is clean, and all necessary tools will be provided. Safety is a top priority, and all employees are expected to follow safety procedures diligently. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Machesney Park, Illinois. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00 **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.