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Job Title: Metal Coil Line Operator (3rd Shift)

Job Description

This role involves operating a metal coil processing line, including loading metal coils with a hi-lo, feeding coils into the machine, and ensuring that finished coils meet customer specifications. You will work in a hands-on, physical manufacturing environment with large metal coils and bins, and over time you will learn to use the computer system to pull orders and run the line independently.

Responsibilities

• Load metal coils onto the production line using a hi-lo in a safe and controlled manner.
• Feed metal coils into the processing line according to established procedures.
• Monitor the machine as it trims metal coils to customer specifications, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Remove trimmed metal coils from the line and handle them safely using appropriate equipment.
• Inspect finished coils for quality, verifying that they meet required gauge, material, and dimensional specifications.
• Tag and label coils accurately based on gauge, material, and customer requirements.
• Push, pull, and maneuver bins of metal products as part of daily production activities.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support safety and productivity.
• Follow all safety procedures when working around hi-lo equipment, metal coils, and moving machinery.
• Learn to pull up and review orders on the computer system to run the line independently.
• Adjust work pace and methods as needed to meet production goals and quality standards.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Support overtime, weekend, and holiday production needs as required by the operation.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 recent years of machine operation experience that includes set up, or a experience in welding and fabrication, or a mechanical skils.
• Proficiency operating a hi-lo or similar material handling equipment to move and load metal coils.
• Ability to perform physical work, including pushing and pulling heavy bins and handling large metal coils.
• Comfort working in a manufacturing environment with loud noise and frequent hi-lo traffic.
• Willingness and ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned tasks.
• Flexibility to work different shifts and be available for overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to achieve at least a 70% score on the Bennett Mechanical test.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Basic mechanical aptitude to understand how the coil processing line operates.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and adhere to safety procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with metal products in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Familiarity with loading and unloading materials using hi-lo equipment.
• Experience in welding, fabrication, or mechanical repair that supports troubleshooting and setup.
• Comfort using a computer to pull up and review production orders.
• Strong attention to detail when inspecting and tagging materials.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality to qualify for regular performance-based raises.
• Ability to adapt to working on an off-shift schedule, including 3rd shift.

Why Work Here?

You join a company that rewards consistent performance and reliability with structured, predictable pay increases. Off-shift employees receive competitive hourly rates, plus the opportunity to earn $0.60 raises each quarter for strong attendance, which can add up to $2.40 in raises per year and progress toward a high wage cap. A signing bonus further enhances the total compensation package. The organization values long-term growth, offering training to help you develop from a hands-on operator into someone who can independently run the line and use computer systems. You work in a setting that recognizes effort, supports skill development, and offers steady opportunities to increase your earnings over time.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing facility that processes metal products. The environment is loud, with frequent hi-lo traffic and continuous movement of metal coils and bins. You will work with large, heavy metal coils and mechanical equipment, including hi-los and a coil processing line, and you will use a computer to access production orders once trained. The role is physically demanding, requiring regular pushing, pulling, and maneuvering of bins and materials throughout the shift. The position is on an off shift, including 3rd shift, and you must be prepared to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed to support production demands. Safety awareness and adherence to plant procedures are essential in this fast-paced, industrial setting.

This is a Permanent position based out of Holly, MI.

The pay range for this position is $40560.00 - $40560.00/yr.

401k quarterly raises Health insurance Paid time off

This is a fully onsite position in Holly,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2026.

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.

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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.

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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.