

Machine Operator
Aerotek
Posted Thursday, December 4, 2025
Posting ID: JP-005705412
Job Title: Machine Operator $22/HR
Job Description
The Machine Operator (Orbital Welding) is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining orbital welding equipment to produce high-quality welds on tubing, piping, and related components. This role ensures compliance with engineering drawings, welding procedures, safety standards, and quality requirements.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate orbital welding equipment efficiently.
- Maintain and troubleshoot welding machinery to ensure smooth operations.
- Produce welds on tubing and piping according to engineering specifications.
- Adhere to safety standards and quality requirements at all times.
- Ensure compliance with welding procedures and engineering drawings.
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in machine operation, including the use of measuring tools.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding procedures.
- Knowledge of stainless-steel tubing/piping and basic welding principles.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
- Mechanical aptitude with the ability to use basic inspection tools.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with calipers, micrometers, and reading a tape measure.
- Preferred: Welding certifications or experience in high purity/regulated industries.
Why Work Here?
Join a dynamic team that values precision and quality in every aspect of production. Benefit from a supportive work environment that fosters growth and development in the field of orbital welding.
Work Environment
Work in a structured environment utilizing advanced orbital welding equipment. Interviews are conducted onsite, offering flexible times between 8am-11am or 1pm-3pm, lasting approximately 30-45 minutes.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Powder Springs, GA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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 Powder Springs,GA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Dec 18, 2025.
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.
Contact Information
Email: trterry@aerotek.com