**Job Title: Machine Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled Machine Operator to machine large parts for Caterpillar using CNC mills and lathes. The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting up machines daily, utilizing blueprints or schematics, and assembling products using pneumatic and manual tools. **Responsibilities** + Machine large parts using CNC mills and lathes + Utilize blueprints or schematics + Assemble products using pneumatic and manual tools + Set up machines daily + Perform independent tool changes regularly + Troubleshoot and solve defects with machines **Essential Skills** + 5+ years of CNC horizontal machine operating experience + Experience machining and fabricating large parts + Ability to troubleshoot and solve defects with machines + Proficient in using micrometers, calipers, and other measurement tools + Experience with blueprints and schematics **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Mechanical aptitude + Experience in industrial machining + Experience performing independent tool changes regularly **Why Work Here?** Join a great, family-owned company that offers competitive pay and the opportunity for upward mobility. Enjoy quarterly pay increases and vacation and holiday benefits once direct with the client. **Work Environment** Work in a metal fabrication shop that fabricates material for larger companies such as Caterpillar. The company consists of roughly 80+ employees and operates in a non-climate controlled, traditional manufacturing, and dirty environment. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of FAIRBURY, IL. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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 Fairbury,IL. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Mar 21, 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.