**Job Title: Sheet Metal Operator** **Job Description** We are looking to add two Sheet Metal Operators to our night shift team. The role involves the fabrication of raw materials by setting up and operating fabricating machines to cut, bend, and straighten sheet metal; shaping metal; or inspecting, assembling, and smoothing sheet metal. You will ensure the selection of the correct raw material by following detailed instructions. **Responsibilities** + Load material into the machine and perform necessary operations to complete fabrication. + Keep a written record of tasks performed, time required, and other necessary data. + Maintain equipment, making repairs and modifications when necessary. + Select raw material according to instructions. + Maneuver and anchor large sheet metal parts. **Essential Skills** + 1-5 years of experience working in a warehouse setting or in logistics. + Experience in operating material handling equipment preferred. + High school diploma or equivalent qualification. + Certification to operate a forklift preferred. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience in shop welding, MIG welding, and spot welding. + Ability to read and interpret drawings and blueprints. + Familiarity with mild steel, fabrication processes, and working in a fab shop. + Proficiency in using hand tools, tape measures, and various types of sheet metal. **Why Work Here?** We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including two week-long shutdowns a year at Christmas and July 4th. All production employees are eligible for bonuses. With over 50 years of dedication to advancing the technology of specialty agricultural and industrial equipment, we provide opportunities for growth and development in a supportive work environment. **Work Environment** This is a typical shop environment that is not climate-controlled. You will be working with industrial, large equipment and machinery for the production of peanut combines. The night shift hours are from 5:00 pm to 3:30 am, Monday to Thursday, with potential overtime on Fridays. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of SUFFOLK, Virginia. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $23.00 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 SUFFOLK,VA. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Dec 30, 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.