Job Information
Aerotek Machine Operator in St. Clair, Pennsylvania
Job Title: Machine Operator
Job Description
Join a dynamic team where you will play a crucial role in maintaining the smooth operation of our production facility. This position involves performing Special Process and Bond Lay-Up duties, requiring attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions closely. You will work with various tools and equipment, ensuring quality and precision in every task.
Responsibilities
Follow written and verbal instructions, including prototyping activities.
Demonstrate good hand dexterity and coordination while working within close tolerances.
Manage product and tooling inventory efficiently.
Read and work from drawings and process documents accurately.
Perform inspections using tools such as protractors, scales, calipers, and micrometers.
Maintain safety standards and handle materials responsibly.
Keep the production facility clean and organized, adhering to housekeeping and common area usage guidelines.
Participate in 5S activities to ensure a tidy work environment.
Maintain acceptable productivity and accuracy rates.
Work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Train others when necessary.
Set up and use Band Saw, Hand Router, and Hand Sander.
Prepare bonding tools and materials for various operations like material splicing and stabilization.
Work with all requested materials and possess necessary computer skills for job responsibilities.
Train and work on additional equipment and applications to meet production goals when required.
Essential Skills
Knowledge of hand tools and measuring tools such as tapes, calipers, protractors, and depth gauges up to 0.005.
Entry-level computer skills and math skills, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing decimal points.
Ability to read and understand written work instructions and basic drawings.
Attention to detail and ability to work in a team environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
RF scanning experience is beneficial.
Manufacturing and production experience is advantageous.
Automotive or mechanical experience is a plus.
Experience with measuring, power, or hand tools is preferred.
High school diploma or GED is required.
Why Work Here?
Enjoy working in a safe and supportive environment where competitive wages, opportunities for advancement, and overtime availability every third weekend are offered. The work is not physically taxing, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Work Environment
The facility provides a climate-controlled bonding room, while other areas may vary in temperature with the seasons. Teams are organized into cells of 2-10 people. Safety is a priority, so safety shoes, eye and hearing protection are required, along with relaxed and comfortable attire. Shorts are not permitted in most areas.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of St. Clair, PA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.24 - $24.24/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 St. Clair,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 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.