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Aerotek Fabrication Machine Operator in Fridley, Minnesota
Machine Operator - 1st and Weekend Shift Available!
Learn, Grow, and Build a Skilled Manufacturing Career
Looking for more than just a production job? Join a modern, safety‑focused sheet metal shop where you can build real skills, earn competitive pay, and advance into setup and skilled trade roles. This is a hands‑on opportunity with long‑term growth, paid training, and a schedule that gives you more time off.
What You’ll Do
Operate mechanical or CNC punch press equipment
Measure and inspect parts using tape measures, calipers, and inspection tools
Read and interpret blueprints to ensure accuracy
Maintain high standards for quality, precision, and safety
Learn fabrication equipment and progress toward setup and advanced roles
What You Bring
1+ year of machine operating experience (punch, brake, or fabrication preferred)
Ability to accurately read a tape measure
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
Willingness to learn and grow your technical skillset
Nice to Have
Blueprint reading experience
Familiarity with inspection tools
Why You’ll Want This Job
Competitive pay for experienced operators
Paid apprenticeship program with weekly on‑site instruction
Tuition reimbursement for a 2‑year degree
$300 steel‑toe boot allowance after the contract period
Annual bonus program
Full benefits package including health insurance and 401(k)
Climate‑controlled shop and continuous improvement culture
Open‑door leadership and a team‑first environment
Work Environment & Schedule
One of the safest sheet metal shops in the country
Strong focus on teamwork, training, and employee development
Weekend Shift: Friday–Sunday, 5:30 AM–6:00 PM
Work 36 hours, get paid for 40
1st shift: Monday-Thursday, 5:30am-4:00pm
This is more than a job—it’s a pathway to a skilled trade career.
If you’re ready to learn, advance, and be part of a company that invests in you, we want to hear from you.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fridley, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/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 Fridley,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 16, 2026.
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.