Machine Operator

Job Title: Machine Operator

Responsibilities

• Produce products per standard procedures, process specifications, and other work instructions.
• Set-up and tear down production machinery, validate progress of the machine’s work, and adjust as necessary.
• Feed raw material or parts to semi-automated machines.
• Position parts and subassemblies by using templates or reading measurements.
• Assemble parts to match product specifications either by hand or with tools (hand tools and power tools).
• Work closely with other team members to accomplish individual and team member training goals, communicating any concerns.

Essential Skills

• 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing operations, machine shop, or aerospace and defense industry.
• Working knowledge of diverse high-speed machinery and measurement tools.
• Ability to accurately use measuring devices such as pi-tape, calipers, and air pressure gauges.
• Ability to operate power tools including hand saws, drill guns, and band saws.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read detailed instructions, blueprints, schematics, and manuals.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Westminster, MD.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Westminster,MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 2, 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.