Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Operator and Floater up to $24/hr 2nd Shift Nashville!

Job Description

This role supports a busy steel warehouse operation through machine operation, material handling, equipment cleaning, and quality inspection. General production workers operate CNC machines and related equipment, move materials using forklifts and front-end loaders, and ensure parts and machinery are kept clean and in good working order across multiple shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines and other production equipment safely and efficiently.
• Load materials into CNC machines and set up jobs according to production requirements.
• Change over jobs on CNC machines, including editing and troubleshooting CNC code as needed.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance on CNC equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Conduct quality checks on materials and finished parts using measuring devices such as tape measures and micrometers.
• Read and interpret blueprints and job orders, then enter job information accurately into CNC systems.
• Operate a front-end loader to move materials to and from storage racks.
• Load and unload flatbed trucks in a safe and organized manner.
• Clean CNC equipment and parts to maintain a safe and efficient work area.
• Handle materials throughout the warehouse using forklifts, power tools, and other material handling equipment.
• Perform mechanical assembly tasks as needed to support production.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines in a steel warehouse environment.
• Work assigned shift hours and collaborate with team members to meet production goals.

Essential Skills

• Experience operating CNC machines and other production machinery.
• Ability to load, set up, and change over jobs on CNC equipment.
• Skill in editing and troubleshooting basic CNC code.
• Proficiency in using tape measures, micrometers, and other measuring devices for inspection and quality checks.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and job orders.
• Experience with material handling in a warehouse or industrial environment.
• Capability to operate a front-end loader to move materials safely.
• Experience loading and unloading flatbed trucks.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance on CNC machines and related equipment.
• Comfort working in a physical, steel warehouse environment.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work effectively across different shifts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts in a warehouse or industrial setting.
• Familiarity with power tools used in mechanical assembly and material handling.
• Experience working with cranes in a warehouse or steel environment.
• Previous work in machining, inspection, or CNC operations.
• Ability to clean and maintain equipment and parts to support efficient production.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from working in a growing facility that recently expanded with a 100,000-square-foot addition, offering room for advancement and new opportunities. Team members can pursue internal mobility and transfers across multiple locations, supporting long-term career growth. The organization provides a 401(k) plan and paid time off, including 10 days of PTO, contributing to financial security and work-life balance.

Work Environment

The role is based in a steel warehouse environment that is not climate-controlled and can be dirty and physically demanding. Team members work around heavy steel materials, CNC machines, front-end loaders, forklifts, cranes, and other industrial equipment. Work is performed on one of three shifts: 1st shift (5:30 AM – 1:30 PM, Monday – Friday), 2nd shift (1:30 PM – 9:30 PM, Monday – Friday), or 3rd shift (9:30 PM – 5:30 AM, Sunday – Thursday). Employees should be comfortable with physical work, industrial noise, and wearing appropriate safety gear suited to a warehouse and production setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nashville, TN.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $24.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Nashville,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.