Operator Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Operator Assistant Job Description

The Operator Assistant supports machine operators in a busy production environment by loading and unloading materials, helping prepare machines for production, and assisting with manual assembly tasks. This role ensures that parts are fabricated according to work order specifications and customer requirements while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

• Support machine operators by loading and unloading materials and helping prepare machines for production runs.
• Assist with operating various production machinery and performing manual assembly tasks as needed.
• Inspect products to ensure they meet company quality, quantity, and customer standards.
• Follow all safety protocols to maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Assist with basic troubleshooting and routine maintenance on equipment under guidance.
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily production goals and maintain efficient workflow.
• Use hand tools and packaging materials to properly finish, pack, and prepare products for shipment or further processing.

• At least 2 years of experience as an operator or in a similar machine operation role.
• Hands-on experience with production and general labor in a manufacturing or machine shop environment.
• Ability to operate basic production machinery and support machine operators during setup and operation.
• Proficiency in using hand tools safely and effectively.
• Experience with packaging and material handling, including loading and unloading parts.
• Measuring skills and basic math proficiency to verify part dimensions and ensure accuracy.
• Ability to follow written work orders, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail when inspecting products for quality and consistency.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented production environment.

• Experience working in a machine shop or similar industrial setting.
• Comfort with routine equipment checks and assisting with minor maintenance tasks.
• Reliability and strong work ethic in a fast-paced production environment.
• Willingness to work on 2nd shift and adapt to shift-based schedules.
• Good communication skills to coordinate tasks with machine operators and team members.

Employees enjoy a family-oriented company culture with a stable workload and long-term job security. Performance is recognized through pay-for-performance wage increases and profit sharing, rewarding contributions to production and quality. Once hired on, team members on 2nd and 3rd shifts receive additional shift premiums, offering opportunities to increase overall earnings.

This role is based in a machine shop environment with a team of approximately 68 people, fostering close collaboration and a supportive atmosphere. The position works on 2nd shift, typically from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., providing a consistent schedule. Work is hands-on around production machinery, involving standing, moving materials, and using hand tools in a structured industrial setting with established safety and cleanliness standards.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Waukesha, WI.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $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 Waukesha,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 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.