Certified Machine Operator Jobs in Knightstown, IN

Location: Eastern Indianapolis region.

Shift/Pay:

• 2nd shift- 2:30 PM-11:00 PM (Monday-Friday) Pay: $22/hr
• 3rd shift- 10:30 PM - 7:00 AM (Sunday-Thursday) Pay: $23/hr

Training:

• 6-8 weeks of training
• All employees will train on 1st shift: 6:30AM to 3:00PM Monday through Friday

• Operate up to four industrial machines while maintaining production standards.
• Use hand and power tools to change tooling and make minor equipment adjustments.
• Perform quality inspections using measuring tools such as calipers.
• Read and follow blueprints, work instructions, and production guidelines.
• Document production information, materials, and batch numbers accurately.
• Move and handle materials throughout the production area.
• Troubleshoot minor machine and production issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all safety and quality procedures.

• Minimum 1 year of machine operating experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Stable work history with at least 1 year per employer.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to learn multiple machines.
• Experience using hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and understand production documents and blueprints.
• Experience using quality measurement tools such as calipers.
• Ability to lift, push, and move materials regularly.
• Comfortable standing for 8 to 12 hours and working in a warm manufacturing environment.

• CNC machine operation
• Press operation
• Laser operation
• Mechanical assembly
• Troubleshooting
• Blueprint reading
• Quality inspection

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

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

Internal growth within the company! Clinic on-site (free to all team members and immediate family) Benefits, HSA, Health Care and Dependent Care FSA Uniforms, $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 accrual Tuition assistance (reimbursement for educational programs: technical programs, certification programs (i.e. welding), Associate Degree programs, and Bachelor Degree programs 401K 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 Aug 19, 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.

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.