Machine Operator

Machine Operator Bending and Laser Equipment

This role operates in a very fast-paced, high-volume production environment, where you will set up, adjust, and operate bending and/or laser machines to produce accurate sheet metal and tube components. You will follow layouts and templates, perform measurements and inspections, and complete required documentation to ensure that all parts meet quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate bending machines and/or laser machines in a fast-paced production environment.
• Follow layouts, templates, blueprints, and process sheets to set up machines and produce parts to specification.
• Check that bent and cut parts are within tolerance using appropriate measurement and inspection tools such as tape measures, calipers, and protractors.
• Identify, segregate, and remove parts that do not meet specifications, and make necessary machine adjustments to correct issues.
• Perform first article inspections as needed to validate machine setup and part accuracy.
• Complete and accurately document all required production, quality, and process paperwork.
• Operate material handling equipment such as hoists, cart caddies, and manual pallet jacks to move materials and finished parts.
• Work independently while collaborating with the production team to meet daily output, quality, and safety goals.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, following all safety procedures and guidelines.
• Lift, bend, twist, and handle materials throughout the shift, consistently lifting up to 50 pounds.

Essential Skills

• Minimum six months of metal tube bending experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on knowledge of bending equipment with the ability to adjust machines and troubleshoot basic issues as needed.
• Ability to operate and read a tape measure, calipers, and protractors accurately.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, layouts, templates, and process sheets.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and understanding instructions and documentation.
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to consistently lift up to 50 pounds and perform frequent bending and twisting throughout the workday.
• Stable work history that demonstrates reliability and commitment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating sheet metal and tube bending machinery in a high-volume production setting.
• Previous experience with laser machine operation in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and quality, with a focus on maintaining tight tolerances.
• Solid problem-solving skills to identify and correct machine or process issues quickly.
• Comfort using hoists, cart caddies, and manual pallet jacks for material handling.

Why Work Here?

You join a company that invests in its people with comprehensive benefits, performance-based pay growth, and a supportive environment focused on safety and well-being. You have access to a 401(k) with company match and profit sharing, multiple health plan options, and robust protection benefits fully or partially paid by the employer. You benefit from generous paid time off, regular opportunities for raises based on performance and safety, and a culture that recognizes hard work with thoughtful perks and rewards.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing facility that operates at a fast pace and focuses on high-volume production. The facility is not air conditioned and can become hot, especially during warmer months, so you should be comfortable working in warm conditions. The role is physically demanding and requires bending, twisting, and lifting throughout the entire shift, including consistently lifting up to 50 pounds. You will regularly use and be around industrial equipment such as bending machines, laser machines, hoists, cart caddies, and manual pallet jacks, and you will work on the production floor following all applicable safety procedures and guidelines.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Anoka, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.25 - $23.25/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 Anoka, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 2026.

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.

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.