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Job Title: Lathe Operator

Job Description

You will report to our Production Manager in the Production department. After the Machining team receives work orders from our Production Manager, our Lead Machinist delegates work depending on specialty, complexity, availability, etc. Our Warehouse team will deliver the materials you need directly to your workstation. Use our shop computer to record hours spent on work orders. You’ll scan your badge to start and end your day and as you begin and complete jobs. Read and thoroughly understand a work order by reviewing product blueprints available on our shop computer. Program machines based on work order specifications, including setting up tooling and adjusting settings for optimal performance. Operate lathe machines to create precision components as specified. Prepare and load raw materials and parts onto the machines. Perform test runs to check if the machines produce outputs according to specifications. Inspect and monitor parts throughout fabrication, ensuring they meet quality standards before being passed on to the next department in the production process. Maintain, organize, and clean equipment in your work area to not compromise safety. Notify the Production Manager when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered. Other related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand work orders and product blueprints.

• Program machines based on work order specifications.

• Operate lathe machines to create precision components.

• Prepare and load raw materials and parts onto the machines.

• Perform test runs to ensure machines produce outputs according to specifications.

• Inspect and monitor parts throughout the fabrication process.

• Maintain, organize, and clean equipment in the work area.

• Notify the Production Manager of faulty equipment or defective materials.

• Record hours spent on work orders using the shop computer.

• Other related duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in operating CNC mills, lathes, and manual machines.

• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and blueprints.

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent ability to understand and follow assignments in various forms (electronic, written, verbal).

• Experience in machinery operation and maintenance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program.

• At least 4 - 6 years of experience in machining processes and techniques.

Why Work Here?

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans after your first full month of employment. Our 401(k) plan comes with a generous company match. We provide family leave to eligible employees, paid time off, and paid holidays. Join our team for a supportive work environment and excellent benefits.

Work Environment

Steel manufacturing environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Marlboro, New Jersey.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $29.00/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 Marlboro,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 10, 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.