**Job Title: Machining Operator** **Job Description** We are seeking a diligent and safety-conscious Machining Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our production processes by loading, unloading, and managing machining fixtures and operations. Your attention to detail and adherence to safety guidelines will be essential in maintaining the integrity of our products and machinery. **Responsibilities** + Work safely under company safety guidelines, including PPE and equipment. + Load and unload products into machining fixtures and operations. + Protect machines and products by following procedures for part loading, machine control, and safe product transportation. + Perform basic operations such as edge breaking and light surface blending using various deburring tools. + Use cloud-based tracking system to log time to job orders. + Review shop routers to align with machining requirements. + Adhere to safety regulations and company policies, including the use of a forklift for material handling within the shop and following verbal instructions accurately. + Measure materials to ensure compatibility with available stock for machining. + Verify machine settings by measuring and upholding quality standards. + Perform in-process inspections to ensure quality control. **Essential Skills** + Proficient in machine operation. + Experience in general production and heat treatment processes. + General labor skills. + Certified forklift operator. **Why Work Here?** We offer comprehensive benefits including Cigna medical, dental, and VSP vision coverage. Employees can benefit from Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts with company contributions. We provide a 401K plan, paid time off, and 10 paid holidays annually. Additionally, we offer a generous safety shoe allowance of $200 to ensure your comfort and safety at work. **Work Environment** This role involves working in a production environment where safety is a priority. Employees are expected to wear appropriate PPE and follow all safety protocols. The facility is equipped with state-of-the-art machinery and requires the use of forklifts for material handling. The position requires adherence to company policies and verbal instructions to ensure optimal operation and safety. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of High Bridge, New Jersey. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $30.00/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 High Bridge,NJ. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on May 30, 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.