Machine Operator @ Aerotek

Job Title: New Hire UtilityJob DescriptionThe New Hire Utility role involves learning to operate equipment associated with the extrusion or tube mill and handling aluminum products. Candidates will be trained to operate, support, and move materials both on and off the machines using lifting techniques and hoists.

Responsibilities

• Learn the press team operations related to the aluminum extrusion department.
• Ensure all quality objectives are met and operate or assist operators in extrusion or casting equipment.
• Report and review any unusual conditions to lead operators or supervisors.
• Interact constantly with team members and management to meet daily production goals.
• Adhere to union terms related to shift movement and flexibility.

Essential Skills

• 1-2 years of experience in manufacturing, production support, or machine operation.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including frequent lifting of weights over 15 lbs and occasionally up to 100 lbs assisted.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work 2nd or 3rd shifts and up to 12-hour shifts, including weekends.
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in learning forklift operation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in general labor, inventory, manufacturing processes, assembly line, and quality control.
• Ability to operate hand tools and perform inspections and quality checks.
• Understanding of process flow of raw materials through the production process.

Why Work Here? Our facility fosters a strong set of core values and welcomes candidates with integrity and a strong work ethic. We offer best-in-class new hire orientation and training, incentive bonuses, annual pay increases, and excellent benefits including company-paid dental and vision. Employees enjoy vacation eligibility after 90 days, overtime opportunities, and PPE provided by the company.

Work EnvironmentThe work environment is non-climate controlled and can be loud due to machinery. Candidates must be comfortable working with grease, oil, and hydraulic fluids. Shifts are 8 hours long with potential for 10-hour days, and flexibility is required as shifts are dictated by union terms. The facility contains both modern robotic machinery and older equipment.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Chesterfield, VA.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/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 13, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in North Chesterfield,VA.

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.