Machine Operator | Manufacturing Career Opportunity
Job Description
Join a leading aluminum manufacturing facility where you'll play a key role in producing high-quality products in a fast-paced industrial environment. This position works across extrusion and tube mill operations, supporting production, quality, and safety initiatives while operating and assisting with manufacturing equipment.This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with manufacturing and machine operating experience who are looking for long-term stability, strong benefits, and advancement opportunities within a well-established organization.
Responsibilities
- Operate and support extrusion, tube mill, and production equipment
- Load, unload, and stage aluminum materials throughout the manufacturing process
- Monitor machine performance and production flow
- Perform quality inspections and document production results
- Follow standard operating procedures and safety requirements
- Troubleshoot minor production issues and communicate concerns to supervisors
- Assist with machine setup, adjustments, and changeovers
- Utilize forklifts, hoists, and material handling equipment as needed
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
- Support production goals while maintaining quality and efficiency standards
Qualifications
- Previous manufacturing, production, machine operating, or industrial experience
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to work around large manufacturing equipment
- Experience with quality inspections and production documentation
- Ability to lift 15-50 lbs regularly and work in a physically active environment
- Strong attention to safety, quality, and teamwork
- Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as required
Why You'll Love This Opportunity Annual pay increases Performance-based bonus opportunities Company-matched 401(k) Low-cost medical insurance Company-paid dental and vision coverage Vacation eligibility after 90 days Ongoing skills development and advancement opportunities Union environment with long-term job stability Consistent overtime opportunities available Strong culture built around teamwork, safety, and growth Work Environment This position is based in a large aluminum manufacturing facility where employees work with extrusion equipment, tube mills, forklifts, overhead material handling systems, and automated production machinery. The environment is industrial, fast-paced, and team-oriented, offering opportunities to build valuable manufacturing and machine operating skills while working with modern and legacy production equipment. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Chesterfield, VA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Chesterfield, VA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in North Chesterfield,VA.
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.