**Job Title: Machine Operator** **Job Description** As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for operating various machines including Punch, Farming, and CNC machines. You will need to move quickly to meet quotas while maintaining high-quality standards. You will also be responsible for assembling parts, loading and offloading paint line parts, using small power tools, and helping with cleaning and organizing tasks. **Responsibilities** + Operate Punch, Farming, and CNC machines. + Read tape measures using 1/16" and 1/32" increments. + Meet production quotas while maintaining quality. + Assemble parts and load/offload paint line parts. + Utilize small power tools, including drills, electric screwdrivers, and staple guns. + Assist with cleaning, mopping, and organizing. + Move small parts on wheeled carts. + Perform basic arithmetic operations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. **Essential Skills** + Ability to read tape measures using 1/16" and 1/32" increments. + Experience with Punch, Farming, and CNC machine operation. + Ability to move quickly to meet quotas while maintaining quality. + Ability to assemble parts and load/offload paint line parts. + Experience with small power tools such as drills, electric screwdrivers, and staple guns. + Ability to help with cleaning, mopping, and organizing. + Ability to move small parts on wheeled carts. + Proficiency in basic arithmetic operations. + High school diploma or GED, or 3 months of related experience and/or training. + Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. + Previous experience with machine operation. + Ability to write simple correspondence. + Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small group situations. + Experience in a manufacturing environment. + Good job tenure. **Why Work Here?** This family-owned company fosters a family-like atmosphere and offers a supportive work environment. We are a second chance company, providing frequent touchpoints and evaluations at 30, 60, and 90 days, with the potential for pay increases at each evaluation. We value our employees' growth and development. **Work Environment** You will work in a traditional manufacturing shop environment with up to 100 employees. The shop is clean and organized, with a moderate noise level and some exposure to fumes or airborne particles. The structure is assembled in sections, known as 'cells.' The first shift operates from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with the possibility of overtime based on the season. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract position based out of Altamont, Illinois **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $16.64 - $18.64 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 Altamont,IL. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Dec 25, 2024. **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.