Machine Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Machine Assistant

Job Description

We are seeking a reliable Machinist Assistant to support machinists with machine operation, material handling, and production activities. This role is responsible for assisting with setup, loading materials, performing quality checks, and maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist machinists with machine setups, tooling changes, and daily production tasks.
• Load and unload raw materials and finished parts from CNC and manual machining equipment.
• Perform basic quality inspections using calipers, micrometers, tape measures, and other measuring tools.
• Deburr, clean, package, and prepare finished products for shipment.
• Read and follow work orders, blueprints, and production instructions.
• Move materials throughout the facility using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material-handling equipment.
• Maintain machine cleanliness and assist with routine preventive maintenance.
• Monitor production runs and report quality, equipment, or safety concerns to supervisors.
• Keep work areas clean and organized while following all safety procedures and company policies.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

Qualifications:

• Previous manufacturing or machine shop experience preferred.
• Ability to read measuring tools and follow written instructions.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn machining processes.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Experience with forklifts, hand tools, and blueprint reading is a plus.

Job Type & Location

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

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $26.00/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 Contract to Hire position based out of Sun Prairie, WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Sun Prairie,WI.

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.