Machine Operator

Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

This role involves operating multiple industrial machines in a large manufacturing facility in the Eastern Indianapolis region. You will perform machine setup and operation, use hand and power tools, and verify product quality using measuring instruments. The position requires standing for extended periods, working in a warm environment, and following detailed production and documentation procedures while supporting 2nd or 3rd shift operations after an initial training period on 1st shift.

Responsibilities

• Operate up to four industrial machines at a time in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Set up and adjust machines using basic hand and power tools to change tooling as needed.
• Use quality instruments, such as calipers and other measuring tools, to ensure parts meet established quality specifications.
• Perform repetitive manual lifting, pushing, and movement of materials throughout the department.
• Complete accurate documentation of materials, batch numbers, and related information in accordance with internal guidelines and procedures.
• Monitor machines during operation, identify issues, and assist with basic troubleshooting to maintain safe and efficient production.
• Read and interpret blueprints and production instructions to ensure correct machine setup and part production.
• Perform basic mechanical assembly and press or laser operation as required by the production schedule.
• Follow all safety, quality, and housekeeping standards while maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Participate in and complete all required training through the on-site training program, including lecture-based and hands-on machinery training.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and support continuous improvement efforts.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of machine operating experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Consistent work history with 1 or more years per job, demonstrating reliability and commitment.
• Ability to withstand heat and work in a hot, though clean, production environment.
• Ability to stand on your feet for 8 to 12 hours at a time and perform repetitive manual tasks.
• Experience operating industrial machines and production equipment.
• Proficiency using basic hand and power tools for machine setup and tooling changes.
• Mechanical aptitude and a strong mechanically inclined mindset for understanding machine functions and basic troubleshooting.
• Ability to use quality instruments such as calipers and other measuring tools to verify part dimensions.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and follow detailed work instructions.
• Capability to perform basic mechanical assembly and press or laser operation as required.
• Willingness and ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift after completing initial training on 1st shift.
• Flexibility to work overtime, including 2- to 4-hour extensions at the end of shifts and occasional Saturdays with advance notice.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with CNC or other automated machine operation.
• Experience in mechanical assembly or machine operation in a large-scale manufacturing facility.
• Familiarity with troubleshooting mechanical issues on production equipment.
• Comfort working within structured training programs that include both classroom-style lectures and hands-on machine training.
• Strong attention to detail for accurate documentation of materials, batch numbers, and production records.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment within a large facility and adapt to different departments as needed.

Available Shifts & Pay

• 2nd shift from 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM, with potential for overtime extending shifts by 2 to 4 hours // $22
• 3rd shift from 10:30 PM to 7:00 AM, with potential for overtime extending shifts by 2 to 4 hours // $23
• TRAINING
  • The first 5-7 weeks you will train on 1st shift 6:30am to 3:00pm // $21

Why Work Here?

You will join a large, well-organized manufacturing operation that invests heavily in employee development through a dedicated on-site Global Training Center. The structured 6- to 8-week training program combines classroom and hands-on learning, giving you a strong foundation in machinery and production processes. You will benefit from clear shift structures, predictable schedules, and opportunities for overtime, which can support stable and consistent earnings. The facility emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and quality, and offers opportunities to grow your mechanical and technical skills in a high-volume, modern manufacturing environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large, approximately 1 million square foot manufacturing facility in the Eastern Indianapolis region. The environment is very hot in certain departments but remains clean and well-maintained. You will work around industrial machinery, presses, lasers, and other production equipment, using hand and power tools, calipers, and quality instruments. Initial training lasts 6 to 8 weeks on 1st shift, from 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, through an on-site Global Training Center that includes lecture-style and hands-on machine training. After training, you will move to your assigned shift: 2nd shift runs 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM Monday through Friday, and 3rd shift runs 10:30 PM to 7:00 AM Sunday through Thursday. Overtime is typically scheduled as 2- to 4-hour extensions at the end of shifts, with occasional Saturday work communicated in advance. The position requires standing for long periods, repetitive lifting and pushing of materials, and adherence to safety and operational procedures in a busy production environment.

This is a Permanent position based out of Greenfield, IN.

The pay range for this position is $43680.00 - $49920.00/yr.

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.

Internal growth within the company!Clinic on-site (free to all team members and immediate family)Benefits, HSA, Health Care and Dependent Care FSAUniforms, $110 annual allowance for safety shoes, prescription safety glasses (at no cost if replaced every two years)PTO (12-paid holidays) and vacation/sick time accrualTuition assistance (reimbursement for educational programs: technical programs, certification programs (i.e. welding), Associate Degree programs, and Bachelor Degree programs401K match (Company matches 50% of the first 6% of the amount the team member contributes (company contributions begin after 6 months of employment and employee is fully vested in the company match after 5 years of service)

This is a fully onsite position in Greenfield,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.

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.