Machine Operator And Assembler

**Job Title: Machine Operator and Assembler** **Job Description** This role involves operating cutting machinery and performing assembly tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will receive and process production work orders, handle and prepare materials such as fabric rolls and sheet metal, perform precise cutting operations, and support general production and assembly activities while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency. **Responsibilities** + Receive, review, and prioritize production work orders, confirming that all specifications, materials, and quantities are accurate before processing. + Identify, stage, and verify the correct materials, including fabric rolls, sheet metal, and components, based on job requirements. + Safely move and handle large fabric rolls up to approximately 130 pounds using proper lifting techniques or material handling equipment. + Perform metal cutting operations, lifting materials up to approximately 50 pounds and cutting parts according to detailed specifications. + Set up, adjust, and operate fabric and metal cutting equipment, ensuring correct settings for thickness, material type, and dimensions. + Accurately measure, mark, and cut materials to meet production specifications while minimizing waste and maintaining consistent quality. + Monitor cutting processes, inspect finished materials, and verify quality, identifying defects and ensuring adherence to specifications. + Close out completed work orders by updating production tracking systems and ensuring all documentation is accurate and complete. + Maintain a clean, organized work area and consistently follow all safety protocols and required personal protective equipment procedures. + Assist with routine machine maintenance, including basic troubleshooting and performing blade or tool changes as needed. + Operate multiple machines or workstations as needed to support production demands and improve workflow efficiency. + Use measuring tools, hand tools, and power tools to complete cutting, assembly, and installation tasks accurately. + Load and unload materials and ensure that the correct materials are collected and staged for each job. + Support general production, warehouse inventory activities, and assembly line operations as required. + Interpret blueprints, work orders, and cutting patterns to ensure proper dimensions, orientation, and material selection. + Utilize machinery to cut materials to length, verifying measurements and making adjustments to achieve precise cuts. + Perform mechanical and general assembly tasks, ensuring components are installed correctly and securely. + Apply quality control and quality assurance practices to verify that products meet specifications before moving to the next stage of production. + Communicate effectively with production, quality, and supervision teams to resolve issues and maintain smooth workflow. + Manage time effectively to meet production deadlines while maintaining safety and quality standards. **Essential Skills** + Ability to read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and cutting patterns accurately. + Experience operating or a strong willingness to learn cutting machinery such as fabric cutters, die cutters, CNC equipment, or similar machines. + Demonstrated attention to detail with a strong focus on precision cutting and quality control. + Solid understanding of material handling and production processes in a manufacturing environment. + Physical ability to lift up to approximately 50 pounds for metal cutting tasks. + Physical ability to move or assist with fabric rolls up to approximately 130 pounds using safe techniques. + Ability to stand, bend, and work on feet for extended periods in a production setting. + Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for handling tools and materials accurately. + Basic computer skills to upload work orders and track production progress. + Ability to troubleshoot minor issues and make adjustments during production runs. + Strong time management skills and the ability to meet production deadlines. + Team-oriented mindset with effective communication skills for working with production, quality, and supervision teams. + Proficiency in using measuring tools for accurate measurement and layout. + Experience with machine operation and general labor in a production or manufacturing environment. + Knowledge of quality control and quality assurance practices in a manufacturing setting. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with machine operating in a manufacturing or warehouse environment. + Familiarity with hand tools and power tools used for cutting, assembly, and installation tasks. + Experience in installation and mechanical assembly work. + Experience in assembly line or general production operations. + Experience with warehouse inventory activities, including loading, unloading, and staging materials. + Comfort with heavy lifting and repetitive motion tasks. + Ability to utilize machinery to cut material to length while minimizing waste. + Experience measuring materials to make accurate cuts using various measuring tools. + Basic understanding of safety practices related to machinery, material handling, and production operations. **Why Work Here?** You will join a growing organization that offers a laid-back, supportive culture within a modern manufacturing setting. The environment encourages cross-training and skill development, giving you the opportunity to learn multiple machines and processes while contributing directly to production success. Safety and respect are core values, and you will work with a team that values collaboration, reliability, and continuous improvement. **Work Environment** This role is based in a brand-new manufacturing facility designed to support efficient, high-quality production. You will work in a fast-paced environment with regular exposure to machinery, operational noise, and production deadlines. The position requires standing for long periods, frequent lifting, bending, and repetitive motions throughout the shift. The workplace emphasizes a strong safety culture, requiring adherence to company policies and OSHA standards, including the consistent use of appropriate personal protective equipment. You will work around cutting equipment, measuring tools, hand tools, and power tools, and collaborate closely with production and quality teams in a structured, safety-focused setting. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mint Hill, NC. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Mint Hill,NC. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jun 22, 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. **San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:** Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. **Massachusetts Lie Detector:** It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. **Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):** We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.