Machine Operator

Job Title : Machine Operator Job Description

Join our team as a Machine Operator in a fabrication shop where you will be performing metal cutting using brake presses, plasma burners, and shears. You will be responsible for creating various items for mining equipment and other metal plates.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC laser / plasma tables, brake presses, and burning tables.
• Utilize hand and power tools efficiently.
• Work from blueprints and shop drawings to execute tasks.
• Assemble and build metal components with precision.
• Cut and measure alloy steel accurately.
• Inspect metal and finished products to ensure quality.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Why Work Here?

Benefit from the opportunity to transition to a full-time position with potential pay raises upon full-time hiring. Enjoy working in a supportive environment that values your growth and professional development.

Work Environment

Work in a dynamic fabrication shop where safety and precision are prioritized. The shop is equipped with advanced technology and tools to support efficient and effective operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Birmingham, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00 / 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 :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Birmingham,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 24, 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.