Machine Operator

Valley, NE

• Pay: $27$30 hour
• 3rd shift opening
• 11pm-7am
• OVERTIME available
• Great opportunity for someone with automotive, welding, equipment maintenance, or machine maintenance experience
• Hands-on mechanical work with industrial machinery and production equipment
• Opportunity to build industrial maintenance and manufacturing experience

We are looking for mechanically inclined individuals to join a heavy industrial manufacturing team operating and maintaining metal cutting equipment. This is a great fit for someone who enjoys working with their hands, troubleshooting equipment, using tools, and working around machinery, heavy material handling with overhead crane.

You do not need to come directly from a manufacturing experience. Candidates with automotive repair, construction, heavy equipment, equipment maintenance, machine operation, or other hands-on mechanical experience are encouraged to apply.

• Operate and monitor metal processing machinery and overhead crane
• Perform basic machine adjustments and assist with troubleshooting equipment issues.
• Use hand tools, grinders, rotary files, and other tools to finish and deburr metal tubing.
• Inspect finished material for defects and verify that products meet quality specifications.
• Use a tape measure and basic measuring tools to verify dimensions.
• Assist with basic preventative maintenance and upkeep of production equipment.
• Identify mechanical problems and communicate equipment issues to maintenance and supervision.
• Work around motors, bearings, rollers, conveyors, and other industrial machinery.
• Safely operate a forklift after completing company certification.
• Work alongside inspectors, bundlers, maintenance personnel, and other production employees.
• Follow all safety procedures while working around machinery and moving equipment.
• Occasionally lift materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

We are primarily looking for someone who is mechanically inclined, comfortable using tools, and moving heavy steel around

Experience in any of the following areas would translate well:

• Automotive repair or mechanic work
• Construction or skilled trades
• Machine maintenance or industrial maintenance
• Heavy equipment or equipment repair
• Manufacturing or machine operation
• Welding or fabrication
• Mechanical assembly
• Grinding and metalworking
• General mechanical troubleshooting

• Comfortable working with hand and power tools.
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting ability.
• Able to read a tape measure and perform basic math.
• Comfortable working around large industrial machinery.
• Able to work on your feet for extended periods.
• Able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willing to work significant overtime.

Starting pay will depend on previous mechanical, automotive, construction, maintenance, or manufacturing experience.

For someone looking to work a lot of hours and maximize their paycheck, this schedule provides substantial overtime opportunities.

This is a hands-on, heavy industrial manufacturing environment involving large machinery, metal tubing, grinders, hand tools, forklifts, and production equipment.

The position is a strong fit for someone who would rather work with tools and machinery than sit behind a desk. Candidates should be comfortable with the noise, pace, physical activity, and mechanical nature of a manufacturing facility.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Valley, NE.

The pay range for this position is $24.99 - $28.13/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Valley, NE.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Valley,NE.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.