Job Information
Aerotek Machine Operator - HIRING NOW!!! $18-$25/HR!!! in Independence, Kentucky
Job Title: Machine Operator
The Machine Operator sets up and operates production machinery in a fast-paced, wire-bending manufacturing environment. This role performs minor production setups, light troubleshooting, and a variety of assembly operations while maintaining an efficient flow of product. The Machine Operator supports machine uptime, assists with changeovers, and visually inspects parts to ensure quality standards are met.
Responsibilities
Perform minor production setups and light troubleshooting on assigned machines as needed to support continuous operations.
Operate production machinery and perform a variety of assembly operations while maintaining an efficient flow of product.
Prepare the work area and equipment for the next job, ensuring materials, tools, and documentation are ready.
Support different areas of the operation as needed, demonstrating flexibility to help where required.
Multitask effectively to manage machine operation, inspection, and area preparation during an 8-hour shift.
Essential Skills
Ability to stand and walk for the duration of an 8-hour shift.
Ability to repeatedly lift 35–40 pounds throughout the shift.
Ability to multitask while following detailed instructions from Machine Operator 2 personnel and supervisors.
Why Work Here?
You will work in a hands-on production environment where your contributions directly support the success of a specialized manufacturing operation. The role offers the opportunity to develop and refine your machine operation and assembly skills while working with unique equipment and processes. You will join a team that values reliability, flexibility, and attention to detail, and encourages employees to support one another across different areas of the operation.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Independence, KY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $23.00/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 Independence,KY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 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.