Machine Operator

Machine Operator

This role supports the production of pre-cast concrete structures used for sanitation systems and storm drains. You will operate a heavily automated dry cast machine (Schlusselbauer) that forms concrete castings, using multiple controls and monitoring equipment to ensure consistent, high-quality output. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a heavily automated Schlusselbauer dry cast machine to produce pre-cast concrete structures for sanitation and storm drain applications.
• Set up, monitor, and adjust machine controls to maintain proper production parameters and ensure consistent quality of concrete castings.
• Perform general labor tasks related to concrete production, including blending, mixing, and handling materials as needed.
• Read and interpret blueprints and production drawings to understand specifications and dimensions for each product.
• Use measuring tools, including a tape measure, to verify dimensions and ensure products meet required tolerances.
• Safely operate heavy equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes to move materials and finished products within the facility and storage areas.
• Inspect equipment and work area regularly, reporting any mechanical issues or safety concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Follow all safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment at all times while working in a busy industrial environment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area despite working in a dusty and dirty production setting.
• Collaborate with team members and leadership to meet production goals, support continuous improvement, and ensure efficient workflow.
• Work occasional Saturdays and adapt to changing production needs, including overtime when required.

Essential Skills

• Proven machine operating experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting (experience must be outside of a medical environment).
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to retain and apply detailed instructions over time.
• Mechanical inclination, such as experience working on vehicles, assembling furniture, performing landscaping tasks, or similar hands-on activities.
• Blueprint reading experience, including the ability to interpret dimensions and production requirements.
• Ability to read and accurately use a tape measure for verifying product dimensions and tolerances.
• Willingness to work in a dirty, dusty industrial environment that can be chilly in the winter and warmer in the summer.
• Willingness to work occasional Saturdays in addition to the standard weekly schedule.
• Ability to safely operate or learn to operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other heavy equipment used in the facility.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and wearing required personal protective equipment at all times.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with general labor in a manufacturing, construction, or concrete production environment.
• Background in heavy equipment operation, crane operation, or forklift operation.
• Familiarity with concrete blending, mixing, and handling processes.
• Comfort working with automated machinery that uses multiple controls and settings.
• Interest in growing into leadership, supervisory, or specialized roles such as welding as opportunities arise.
• Flexibility to relocate within Minnesota if opportunities at other company locations become available.

Why Work Here?

You will join a safety-focused organization that takes workplace safety seriously and supports it with dedicated teams and robust practices. The company offers clear opportunities to progress into leadership, supervisory, and skilled roles such as welding, providing a strong path for career growth. For those who enjoy maximizing their earnings, built-in overtime opportunities allow you to increase your income. With multiple locations in Minnesota, there is flexibility to move between sites if your circumstances change. The company typically closes for the holidays from late December through early January, supporting work-life balance and time away from work.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large industrial facility that spans two buildings and includes an extensive storage yard. All production work takes place indoors, but the environment is dusty and dirty due to concrete manufacturing, and temperatures can be chilly in winter and warmer in summer. Safety is the top priority, with a strong safety culture and all required personal protective equipment provided, including fluorescent vests, safety glasses, hard hats, gloves, and ear plugs. You must provide and wear steel-toed boots with metatarsal guards. The position follows a 2nd shift schedule, typically 2:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., Monday through Friday, with some Saturdays required based on production needs. The work involves regular use of heavy equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes, as well as interaction with automated machinery in a busy, production-focused environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Stacy, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/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 Stacy,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 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.

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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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

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