Machine Operator

Job Description

This role focuses on setting up and operating TOCCO induction machines in a Nadcap accredited vacuum carburizing and hardening facility. You will work on a small, collaborative team and take ownership of tooling and running parts on legacy equipment, ensuring consistent quality and efficient production during 3rd shift operations.

Responsibilities

• Set up TOCCO induction machines for production runs, ensuring correct tooling, parameters, and configurations for each job.
• Operate TOCCO machines to process parts, monitoring equipment performance and making adjustments as needed to maintain quality and throughput.
• Tool and process between 10 and 1,000 parts per day, depending on job requirements and production schedules.
• Load and unload parts into and out of machines safely and efficiently, using proper handling techniques.
• Perform general labor tasks associated with machine operation, similar to machinist work in a production environment.
• Conduct quality checks and hardening inspections on parts to verify they meet specifications and standards.
• Complete required paperwork (PPW) accurately and on time, documenting production data, inspections, and any issues encountered.
• Collaborate with team members and leadership to address machine issues, improve processes, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow written instructions, standard operating procedures, and work orders to ensure consistent and repeatable results.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to facility safety guidelines and housekeeping standards.
• Use basic mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot minor machine issues and assist with adjustments or simple maintenance as needed.
• Reference blueprints or schematics, when available, to better understand part requirements and machine setups

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• CNC machine experience is a plus but not required.
• Experience in environments similar to machining or metal treatment facilities is beneficial.
• Familiarity with blueprints or schematics is a nice-to-have and supports more accurate setups.
• Previous exposure to induction heating, heat treating, or hardening processes is advantageous.
• Experience completing production paperwork (PPW) or similar documentation is helpful.

Why Work Here?

The organization offers a supportive, small-team environment where you are recognized as an individual rather than a number. You will enjoy a strong culture that values independence, ownership, and growth, with rare weekend work supporting work-life balance. The benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off and vacation, and clear opportunities for advancement within the facility.

Work Environment

The role is based in a newer, Nadcap accredited vacuum carburizing and hardening facility located near a major interstate in an industrial park. The building features multi-chamber vacuum equipment, oil and gas quenching chambers, and both traditional and vacuum tempering furnaces. The environment is clean and well-lit, but can be very warm due to the furnaces operating inside the facility. You will work on a small team with ownership present in the building and will spend the majority of the day working independently. The position is on 3rd shift, and the facility culture allows you to wear headphones in one ear while tooling parts, provided safety guidelines are followed.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Davenport, IA.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Davenport,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.