Machine Operator

We are seeking to hire multiple experienced operators for our 2nd and 3rd shifts. Ideal candidates will have experience in machine operation, setting up machinery, troubleshooting, and performing preventative maintenance. A comprehensive training program is provided, requiring new hires to train on the 1st shift before transitioning to their designated shift. Our team emphasizes detailed performance reviews, offers significant room for career growth, and presents an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and perform final inspections on products.
• Adjust machinery to modify heights, speeds, and feeds.
• Work from drawings and blueprints.
• Obtain raw materials prior to commencing job duties.
• Organize products into correct areas.

• Experience in machine operation or higher-level assembly.
• Troubleshooting and preventative maintenance on machinery.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds.
• Proficiency in working from blueprints or drawings.

• Experience in a fabrication shop or the automotive industry is beneficial.
• Candidates from companies like Lennox or Stanley Black & Decker tend to perform well.

Join a team that offers union membership after 90 days, with progressive raises at 90 days, 6 months, and 1 year. Experience a strong tenure on the production floor with ample room for growth. Enjoy the flexibility of overtime availability as needed.

Work Environment

Our large manufacturing floor is well-lit, climate-controlled, and requires steel-toed shoes. Work shifts are structured as follows: Training occurs from 6am to 2:30pm, the 2nd shift is from 2pm to 10:30pm with a shift differential, and the 3rd shift is from 10pm to 6:30am with a higher shift differential.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicopee, MA.

The pay range for this position is $24.29 - $24.29/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Chicopee,MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 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.