Helper Machine Operator Jobs in San Pierre, IN (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

This role focuses on operating roller machines in a production environment, including setting up equipment, loading materials, and ensuring consistent output. You work independently in your assigned cell, use precision measuring tools, and help maintain a safe and efficient workflow while meeting established production targets.

Responsibilities

• Set up roller machines according to production specifications and safety guidelines.
• Load materials into the machine and monitor the production process to ensure consistent quality.
• Operate roller machines efficiently to meet or exceed the target of approximately 140 rollers per hour.
• Use micrometers, calipers, and gauges to perform precise measurements and verify product dimensions.
• Inspect finished parts and make basic adjustments to the machine to maintain quality standards.
• Work independently in an assigned production cell while coordinating with team members and supervisors as needed.
• Lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds as part of daily production activities.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area throughout the shift.
• Support general production and assembly tasks as needed to meet overall production goals.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of machine operating experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to stand for an 8-hour shift.
• Experience with general production or assembly work.
• Comfort working independently and maintaining productivity in an assigned work cell.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using micrometers, calipers, and gauges to perform precision measurements.
• Experience with shear or press brake equipment.
• Previous general labor or production experience in a manufacturing setting.

Why Work Here?

You join a growing organization that actively invests in its operations and people. The company offers paid opportunities to work out every other day, supporting your health and well-being. Recent and planned facility expansions reflect a strong commitment to long-term growth and stability. You also benefit from access to a partner health clinic with visits offered at a very low cost, where you only cover applicable taxes.

Work Environment

This position is on the 2nd shift, Monday through Thursday, from 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. (CST), providing a consistent four-day workweek with extended shifts. You work in a manufacturing environment within an individual production cell, operating roller machines and using precision tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges. The role requires standing for most of the shift and regularly lifting up to 50 pounds while handling materials and finished products.

This is a Contract position based out of La Porte, IN.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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 La Porte,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 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.