**Job Title: Machine Operator** Job Description Join our team as a Machine Operator, where you will be responsible for processing titanium sheets through grinders to meet customer specifications. This role involves hands-on work with titanium sheets, ensuring high-quality standards are met. Responsibilities + Physically lift and move titanium sheets in and out of the grinders with the help of conveyors, and flip and turn the titanium sheet. + Visually self-inspect the sheet surface and use a grinding tool to remove any defects. + Use a micrometer and thickness gauge (vidigauge) to check the thickness of the titanium sheet. + Perform minor grinder maintenance and periodic cleaning of the grinder and work area. + Set up machines and observe machine operation to detect any malfunction and install large belts on grinders. + Train precision sheet helpers and grinder operators. + Perform other duties as assigned. Essential Skills + Experience in general labor, production, or manufacturing. + Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, tape measures, grinders, and other equipment. + Basic knowledge of grinding, deburring, molding machine operation, mechanical processes, extrusion, saw operation, and assembly. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Manufacturing experience or experience working in an industrial or outdoor environment. + Attention to detail and ability to keep up with the pace of production. + Strong work ethic and team-oriented with good communication skills. + Previous machine operating experience is a plus. Why Work Here? We offer great benefits, a supportive culture, and competitive pay with regular pay increases and potential for upward mobility. Join a team where you are valued and have opportunities to grow. Work Environment This position operates on a rotating shift schedule from 6 AM to 6 PM and 6 PM to 6 AM. The work environment is a warehouse and production setting that is not climate-controlled, meaning it can get very hot. This is a team-oriented environment where collaboration is key to achieving shared goals. Once fully trained, you will not be micromanaged and daily schedules offer some flexibility. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required and provided, including metatarsal shoes, safety glasses, cut-resistant gloves, hearing protection, hard hat, and chemical-resistant metatarsal boots. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of WASHINGTON, Missouri. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $19.63 - $21.63/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 WASHINGTON,MO. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Oct 3, 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.