Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Aerotek is hiring for Machine Operators for 1st and 2nd shift positions! Candidates with prior experience in steel fabrication/metal industry are preferred. We offer weekly pay!

Pay: $22-33/hour

Job Description

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Machine Operator to operate shear and saw equipment used to cut steel and metal products to precise customer specifications. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a manufacturing, metal fabrication, or steel processing environment and possess strong measurement skills, including the ability to accurately read and interpret a tape measure.

Responsibilities

• Operate shear and saw machinery to cut metal materials according to work orders and production specifications.
• Accurately read and interpret tape measures, blueprints, cut lists, and production documents.
• Measure, mark, and verify material dimensions before and after cutting to ensure accuracy and quality standards.
• Set up and adjust equipment based on material type, thickness, and required dimensions.
• Inspect finished materials for quality, dimensional accuracy, and defects.
• Load, unload, and move raw materials using overhead cranes, forklifts, or other material-handling equipment (as authorized).
• Perform routine machine inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area while adhering to all safety policies and procedures.
• Communicate production issues, equipment concerns, and quality discrepancies to supervisors.
• Meet daily production goals while maintaining high quality standards.

Essential Skills

• Previous experience operating manufacturing or production equipment.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure and perform measurements down to 1/16" or smaller tolerances.
• Experience using measuring tools such as calipers, squares, and gauges.
• Ability to read and understand work orders, production instructions, and basic blueprints.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work safely around heavy machinery and moving materials.
• Basic math skills including fractions, decimals, and conversions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience operating shears, band saws, cold saws, or similar cutting equipment.
• Experience in the metal fabrication, steel processing, structural steel, or manufacturing industry.
• Forklift and/or overhead crane experience.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and production environments.

Why Work Here?

Join a family-owned and operated business that has been in Delaware for 70 years. The company culture is described as very tight-knit, with ample room for professional growth. Although smaller than some competitors, this allows for internal promotions and competitive compensation. Permanent employees are eligible for benefits within 60 days, and after one year, they receive two weeks of paid vacation.

Work Environment

The shop is not temperature-controlled and includes machine operators, welders, and material handlers/laborers.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seaford, DE.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $23.00/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 Seaford,DE.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 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.