Machine Operator

Job Title: MACHINE OPERATOR

The Fabricator will support aerospace production by forming precision metal components using CNC press brakes and other fabrication equipment. This role is responsible for interpreting engineering drawings, producing high‑quality formed parts, and ensuring all work meets strict aerospace specifications.

Shift: 7 am - 3:30 pm , Monday - FridayPay: $18-20/hrKey Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC press brakes to form aluminum, stainless steel, and aerospace-grade alloys according to engineering requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, aerospace specifications, and work orders to determine bend sequences, tooling, and machine settings.
• Select appropriate tooling, dies, and back-gauge setups to achieve accurate bends with minimal variation.
• Inspect parts during and after bending using calipers, protractors, height gauges, templates, and other precision tools to ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Perform minor machine adjustments, offsets, and troubleshooting to maintain consistent part quality.
• Monitor material condition and report nonconforming components, defects, or deviations from aerospace standards.
• Work closely with engineering and quality teams to resolve issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace while following all aerospace safety, FOD (Foreign Object Debris), and quality-control procedures.
• Assist with additional fabrication tasks such as shearing, deburring, forming, drilling, or assembly as needed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jacksonville, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $27.00/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 Jacksonville,FL.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.