Machine Operator

Hiring Machine Operators

Pay: $23-27/Hour

Location: Arlington, WA

Job Description

We are a manufacturer of structural parts for leading original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the large business and regional jet markets. Our expertise covers multiple segments of an aircraft including engine pylons, struts, wing boxes, wings, wheel wells, and interiors. Our success stems from utilizing proprietary manufacturing techniques to produce high-quality complex parts through cost-effective production. With our extensive capabilities and strong customer relationships, we maintain substantial content on the aviation industry's most popular aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Operate numerical control (NC) machines and machining centers to fabricate aerospace parts per engineering specifications.
• Start and observe machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and inform lead person of discrepancies.
• Perform work instructions excluding setup procedures.
• Thoroughly inspect first part run.
• Meet job standard times with minimal supervision.
• Recognize production problems and inform supervisor.
• Increase understanding of basic machine language, including M-codes and G-codes.
• Verify conformance of finished workpiece to specifications using standard measuring tools.
• Read and interpret manufacturing drawings.
• Perform miscellaneous duties in the machine shop as directed when supervisor is unavailable for training.
• Follow all safety guidelines established by the company, including proper use of safety equipment and relevant safety procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrate a good attitude toward work and arrive on time for start of shift.
• Properly use basic measuring tools (calipers, micrometer, indicators, etc.).
• Follow instructions and demonstrate strong attention to detail.
• Communicate well verbally and in writing.
• Mechanically inclined with good manual dexterity.

Why Work Here?

We offer comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Supplemental Benefits, Basic Life Insurance, Voluntary Employee, Spouse or Child Life Insurance, and Long-term Disability Insurance. Enjoy the support of an Employee Assistance Program, and for eligible employees, a 401k, PTO, 80 hours of paid holiday per calendar year, and other compensation.

Work Environment

Work in an aerospace machine shop environment exposed to noise and dust. Shift options include DAY: M-TH, 6:00am - 4:30pm; M-TH, 4:30am - 3:00pm; NIGHT: M-TH, 4:30pm - 3:00am; M-TH, 6:00pm - 4:30am; WEEKEND: Fri/Sat/Sun, 4:30am - 5:00pm; Fri/Sat/Sun, 5:00pm - 4:30am.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Arlington, WA.

The pay range for this position is $23.75 - $27.75/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Arlington,WA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 27, 2026.

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.