Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

• Perform repetitive hand polishing and buffing operations on a variety of parts using prescribed wheels and abrasives.

• Set up polishing/buffing equipment; select proper wheels and abrasives. Change wheels and belts as specified.

• Load, process, and unload parts from a mechanical tumbling machine.

• Monitor tumbling media wear and replace per production schedule or as needed.

• Load, process, and unload parts from an automated sandblast machine.

• Monitor blasting media and replace per production schedule or as needed.

• Prepare finished parts for the next operation in the value stream and complete documentation for the work completed.

• Perform various preventive maintenance activities including daily inspection of equipment to identify and or prevent possible issues.

• Maintain disciplined 6S checklist routines to ensure a safe and clean working environment.

• Perform other related duties as assigned by the production supervisor.

Hard Skills

• Hand polishing and buffing

• Setting up polishing/buffing equipment

• Operating mechanical tumbling machine

• Operating automated sandblast machine

• Preventive maintenance activities

• 6S checklist routines

Soft Skills

• Attention to detail

• Ability to follow instructions

• Communication skills

• Teamwork

Job Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 5 Month(s).

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in North Haven, Connecticut.

Work Environment

• Standing - 8 Hours per day (or more)

• Walking - 6 to 8 Hours per day

• Lifting (below shoulder) – 30 to 50 lbs. – frequently

• Lifting (above shoulder) – 30 to 50 lbs. - frequently

• Push/Pull – 30 to 50 lbs. – frequently

• Stooping/kneeling/bending – 2 hours per day – occasionally

• Must be able to consistently operate a productivity machine for a minimum of 6 hours per day.

• Must be able to communicate and exchange information with other members of the organization verbally, nonverbally, and in writing.M

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.