Job Title: Machine Operator Trainee – Mills

Job Description

Join our team in a dynamic role as a Machine Operator Trainee in a facility specializing in manufacturing stainless steel tubing. You will be engaged in a hands-on, labor-intensive position, assisting and learning the operation of machinery designed to refine and perfect tubing products. This role requires physical stamina, as you will be actively involved in manual labor, working on your feet all day, and handling the tubing to ensure machine setups are accurate.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation of machinery used for manufacturing stainless steel tubing.
• Perform manual labor tasks, including moving, shoving, pushing, and pulling tubing to ensure correct machine setup.
• Receive product bundles with work orders and execute tasks as described.
• Input completed work order information into the computer system for subsequent processing.
• Explain in detail the type of work performed and the machines operated as part of the interview process.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a manufacturing role.
• Ability to understand work orders and manufacturing processes.
• Experience in machine operation or mechanical manufacturing.
• Proficiency in using measurements and tools, such as micrometers or calipers.
• Capability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on feet throughout the day.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in skilled trades such as plumbing or carpentry is advantageous.
• Machine operating experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Work Environment

Work in a very large, non-climate controlled manufacturing facility. The environment may be loud or hot depending on the specific work area. You will initially train on the 1st shift (4am-2:30pm) for about a month. The regular schedule is the 2nd shift (2pm-12:30pm) Monday through Thursday, with the possibility of overtime on Fridays. Expect a 40-hour workweek.

Why Work Here?

Embrace a challenging yet rewarding opportunity in a robust manufacturing setting. Our culture emphasizes hands-on learning and skill development, providing you with the chance to grow professionally in a supportive environment. Join a team where hard work is recognized and the potential for advancement is encouraged.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, Texas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.00 – $20.00/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 Houston,TX 77041.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 13, 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.

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