Machine Skilled Technician @ Aerotek

Job Title: Machine Skilled TechnicianJob DescriptionThe Machine Skilled Technician plays a key role in the manufacturing process by setting up, operating, and maintaining high-speed production equipment. In this role, you use your mechanical and technical expertise to keep machines running safely and efficiently, perform repairs and preventive maintenance, and monitor equipment to ensure consistent quality and output. You work hands-on with presses, conveyors, and other production machinery in a fast-paced environment, contributing directly to safety, quality, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of manufacturing equipment, including high-speed presses, metal stamping machines, assembly equipment, injection molding equipment, and packaging machinery.
• Complete preventive maintenance on motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines to ensure reliable operation.
• Observe mechanical devices in operation, listen for irregularities, and use precision measuring and testing instruments to locate sources of problems.
• Inspect used parts with rulers, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments to determine changes in dimensional requirements and identify wear or defects.
• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments using appropriate hand tools and equipment to restore proper operation.
• Perform machine setup, changeovers, and set up servo motors and other components to meet production requirements.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues with equipment and perform corrective and reactive maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Replace and repair mechanical components such as gears, drives, pneumatic cylinders, pumps, and other machine parts.
• Lubricate equipment, replace like parts, and carry out general upkeep of machines to maintain optimal performance.
• Work with multiple operations, including fast conveyor systems with small parts and legacy metals equipment such as Bruderer presses.
• Use SAP or similar systems as needed to support production, maintenance, or documentation activities.
• Monitor and use HMI (Human-Machine Interface) and other controls to ensure proper machine function and production flow.
• Handle product and components for a significant portion of the shift to perform quality inspections and ensure product standards are met.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized working environment, following all safety procedures and using required protective equipment.
• Take responsibility for safety, quality, and production output within assigned areas.
• Work collaboratively with the team, demonstrate initiative, and be willing to jump in, learn new tasks, and take on hands-on responsibilities.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of mechanical experience working with fast-paced production machinery.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills for identifying and resolving equipment issues.
• Experience with machine setup, changeovers, and high-speed manufacturing operations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints to support equipment setup and repair activities.
• Proficiency in using hand tools to repair and run production machinery.
• Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics, including cylinders, pumps, gears, and drives.
• Ability to handle product and components for up to 90% of the shift to perform quality inspections.
• Ability to walk, stand, stoop, or bend for up to 100% of the shift in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic reading, writing, and mathematics skills to follow instructions and perform measurements accurately.
• Capability to work with multiple operations, including areas such as coating and fast conveyor systems with small parts.
• Comfort working with preventive, corrective, and reactive maintenance, with approximately 85% operations and 15% maintenance activities.
• Ability to maintain safety and quality standards while meeting production goals.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with conveyor installation, assembly operations, and high-speed production lines.
• Familiarity with servo motors, HMI systems, and automated machine controls.
• Preventive maintenance programs, including lubrication and routine inspections.
• Experience with legacy metals equipment such as Bruderer presses or similar high-speed metal stamping machinery.
• Exposure to SAP or comparable systems for production or maintenance-related tasks.
• Comfort working across 3 or more operations, including areas such as coating with multiple zones.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, learn new skills, and adapt to different tasks in a manufacturing setting.
• Willingness to get hands-on, work with tools and machinery, and contribute actively to team goals.

Why Work Here? You join a culture that truly values its people and is committed to helping everyone succeed who is willing to grow. The team environment is supportive and collaborative, with a strong emphasis on being a great team player, taking initiative, and being willing to try new things. There is notable tenure throughout the organization, reflecting a stable and positive workplace where many employees build long-term careers. You receive training to develop your skills, while being encouraged to step up, get hands-on, and take ownership of your work in a setting that appreciates hard work and dedication.

Work EnvironmentYou work in a clean manufacturing environment that includes some climate-controlled areas and well-maintained production spaces. The role is hands-on and physically active, with frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending, and handling of parts throughout the shift. Operations involve fast conveyor systems, small parts handling, and legacy metals equipment such as Bruderer presses, along with other high-speed machinery. Multiple shifts are available, including first (7:00 a.m.3:30 p.m.), second (3:00 p.m.11:30 p.m.), and third (11:00 p.m.7:30 a.m.), with shift premiums offered for second and third shifts.

You follow established safety protocols and wear required PPE, including steel-toe footwear, ear protection, eye protection, long pants, and appropriate safety gear, while working in a facility that emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and a strong, long-standing culture.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Cleveland, TN.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.50/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Cleveland,TN.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.