Machine Operator

Job Machine Operator (Advanced Level)

Shift : Monday–Thursday | 3 : 00 PM – 1 : 30 AM

Pay : $24–$26 / hour (DOE)

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced Machine Operator to join our high‑performance production team. This role is ideal for a driven, detail‑oriented professional with a strong mechanical background and advanced machine operation skills. You’ll work with state‑of‑the‑art equipment, support process improvements, and play a key role in maintaining our commitment to quality and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of machines at an advanced level following established SOPs.
• Set up, program, adjust, and calibrate machines for production runs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and software-related machine issues.
• Monitor machine performance to identify improvement opportunities.
• Perform final quality inspections on parts, assemblies, and completed runs.
• Train, guide, and mentor junior machine operators.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and equipment inspections.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to enhance workflows and product designs.
• Maintain accurate logs of production output, adjustments, and machine performance.
• Uphold and enforce all safety protocols and quality standards.
• Recommend continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing principles.

What We’re Looking For

Why Join Us?

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gilbert, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00 / 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 Gilbert,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 24, 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.