Job Title: Machine Operator Assistant

Job Description

Join our team as a Machine Operator Assistant where you will play a pivotal role in the operation of our production lines. You will assist with bundling steel, maintain cleanliness around the working area, and support machine operators by managing the setup and changeover of machinery. This role is crucial in ensuring the efficiency and quality of our production processes.

Responsibilities

Assist Machine Operator in the setup and changeover of machines, including removal and replacement of tooling rolls and dies.Bundle and safely stack products onto company-standard pallets.Apply necessary packaging requirements, including labeling and securing pallets with metal strapping.Operate a Jib crane safely to maneuver slit coils onto machine uncoilers.Utilize tape measures for quality control, ensuring accurate measurements of products and materials.Maintain cleanliness by following the Helper Housekeeping procedure at the end of each shift.Remove punch out bins and manage scrap effectively throughout the day.Safely operate wood and metal saws for cutting materials to custom lengths.Assist with inline welding processes, ensuring proper alignment and quality.Participate in basic daily maintenance of machines, including oiling, greasing, and cleaning.Assist with acquiring production supplies, ensuring they are readily available and efficiently used.

Essential Skills

At least 1 year of experience operating machinery within an industrial or manufacturing environment.Ability to read and understand safety practices within the CEMCO general safety rules manual.Knowledge of basic visual and measurable quality control standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bilingual abilities strongly preferred, especially Spanish.High School Diploma or GED.Ability to stand for the entire shift and lift up to 40 lbs.Willingness to work 1-2 hours of overtime per day and potentially on Saturdays if hired permanently.Strong initiative and ability to perform basic arithmetic.

Why Work Here?

This is an opportunity to be part of a large operation with numerous avenues for career growth. Employees are valued for their contributions and have the potential to transition from a 90-day contract to a permanent role.

Work Environment

This role is available on the second shift from 2:30 pm to 11:15 pm. The work environment is dynamic, requiring adherence to safety standards and the ability to adapt to various tasks and stations. Employees are expected to maintain a clean and organized workspace while working collaboratively with team members.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of PITTSBURG, California.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.67 - $20.67/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 PITTSBURG,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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