Press Operator

Job Title: Machine Operator
Job Description
We are looking for a dedicated Machine Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will operate progressive presses, tandem presses, and transfer presses to bond metal components, produce, verify, stack, and sort metal stampings. This role is integral to maintaining our high standards of quality and production efficiency.
Pay: $21-$23hr
Responsibilities

• Manually load parts or blanks into the machine and place parts into inventory baskets.
• Inspect components and assemblies visually for quality defects including scrap marks, rust, burrs, lamination, missing welds, etc.
• Measure parts to ensure they meet specifications.
• Record and report production, quality, and inventory information accurately.
• Monitor weld machine or press for proper operation and report any malfunctions or problems to supervisor and maintenance.
• Perform all duties and operate machinery and equipment according to company standards and procedures using required safety equipment.
• Label and/or tag parts and baskets accurately.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance and setup including, but not limited to, die setting/fastening, machine lubrication.
• Utilize tools such as hand-held pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers, and die bars.

Essential Skills

• Experience in production and machine operation.
• Ability to operate stamping machines and presses.
• Mechanically inclined with an understanding of loading machinery.
• Proficiency in using measuring tools.
• Familiarity with inspection and assembly processes.
• General labor skills including hand tool use, tape measuring, press brake operation, caliper usage, and troubleshooting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in machine operation with setups and changeovers is advantageous but not required.
• Mechanically inclined and open to learning machine operations.
• Prior experience in a stamping environment is beneficial.

Why Work Here?
Join a company that is expanding both locally and nationwide, offering opportunities for overtime, advancement, and advanced training. We are committed to fostering a supportive and growth-oriented work environment.
Work Environment
This position is in a heavy industrial environment with large metal stamping presses. The facility employs several hundred people and is partially climate-controlled. Work hours are Monday to Friday, 1 pm to 9:15 pm, with a 10-minute break and a paid 20-minute lunch. Additional breaks are provided when temperatures are above average. Opportunities for overtime extend the workday until 11:15 pm. The facility has improved ventilation, enhancing workplace comfort.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lebanon, TN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.58 - $22.58/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 Lebanon,TN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.