Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Operator

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Operator to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to work on either the 1st shift from 6:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Thursday, or the 3rd shift from 8:30 PM to 6:30 AM, Monday night through Friday morning. All new hires will undergo training on the 1st shift during their first week with orientations available every Monday and Wednesday.

Responsibilities

• Complete all requirements for the Automatic Press Operator Trainee position and independently run presses.
• Prepare presses and work sites for setup, following instructions for setting up and adjusting various press components.
• Install and remove dies in the press, ensuring proper operation of automatic presses.
• Monitor and maintain press fluid levels, changing lubricants, and disposing of waste oil.
• Verify raw material stock and manage steel coils, including loading, removing, and banding.
• Utilize intranet, Kanban, and EAM systems to obtain job task information and order materials.
• Safely operate hi-los, overhead cranes, and die carts for material handling.
• Troubleshoot presses using Smart Pac, CNC computers, and controls to ensure quality and production levels.
• Perform coil changes and use Torch and Plasma cutter as needed.
• Assist in the training of Automatic Press Operator trainees.
• Ensure quality production by using various measurement tools and equipment.
• Follow safety procedures and use necessary safety devices and personal protective equipment.
• Participate in lean initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
• Provide effective communication and feedback to team members and management.
• Maintain personal work area and adhere to company policies and procedures.

Essential Skills

• Machine operation
• Production
• General labor
• Mechanically inclined
• Inspection
• Forklift operation
• Use of calipers and tape measure
• Overhead crane operation
• Materials handling

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in automotive or manufacturing environments
• Mechanically inclined with experience in plastic injection molding or automotive repair

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a generous 13% 401k match and employee-paid life insurance. There are ample opportunities for improvement and advancement within the company. Our team enjoys a great work-life balance with no work on Sundays and bi-weekly pay.

Work Environment

This position is in a dark, automotive manufacturing environment that can be hot and dirtier than average. Operators should be prepared for a physically demanding and mechanically oriented workplace.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Rapids, MI.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $28.00/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 Grand Rapids,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 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.