Contract Sewing Machine Operator Jobs in New Mexico

Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

The Machine Operator sets up and operates equipment that drills, cuts, and bends steel in a large structural steel fabrication shop. This role focuses on safe and precise machine operation, accurate measurement, and quality control to ensure all workpieces meet required specifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines that drill, cut, and bend steel in a production environment.
• Measure dimensions of completed products and workpieces using tape measures and other tools to verify conformance to specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints to determine measurements, cutting requirements, and fabrication details.
• Install mechanical parts and components on equipment as needed for proper machine setup and operation.
• Check and ensure proper machine operation, including placement of materials, lubrication, and overall equipment functionality.
• Monitor machine movement, commands, and production runs, making adjustments to settings to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Set up machines for production, including loading materials, aligning workpieces, and verifying tooling and fixtures.
• Use basic hand and power tools safely to support fabrication, adjustments, and maintenance activities related to machine operation.
• Maintain a clean and organized production area, including cleaning production machines and surrounding workspaces.
• Follow all safety guidelines when working around heavy structural steel beams, trusses, and other large fabricated components.
• Perform general production and machine operating tasks in an industrial and manufacturing setting as required.
• Handle and move materials, including lifting up to 50 lbs, and standing for extended periods throughout the shift.

Essential Skills

• Experience operating machines in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure in 1/4, 1/8, and 1/16 inch increments.
• Proficiency in blueprint reading for fabrication and production work.
• Back ground working with steel or in a steel fabrication environment.
• Experience in CNC or general machine operation and production work.
• Capability to lift up to 50 lbs safely and repeatedly.
• Ability to stand for up to 8 hours during the shift.
• Comfort working in a noisy, dusty fabrication shop with visual hazards, while following safety protocols.

Work Environment

Work takes place in a large structural steel fabrication shop that produces architectural parts for heavy beams and trusses used to support buildings. The environment can be dusty and noisy, with visual hazards typical of a busy industrial facility, and requires adherence to safety procedures. The role is on second shift, typically from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, and involves standing for most of the shift and handling heavy steel components and materials.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bernalillo, NM.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/hr.

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 fully onsite position in Bernalillo,NM.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 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.