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Aerotek is hiring for a Laborer & Machine Operator in Greenwood DE. This is a contract-to-hire position.

Job Description

We are seeking a dependable and mechanically inclined Machine Operator to operate a CNC laser machines and support a variety of other production equipment. You will work with precision cutting processes, follow detailed instructions, and contribute to a clean, safe, and organized fabrication environment while collaborating closely with a team-focused workforce.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor a CNC laser machine to cut materials to precise specifications.
• Set up machines, including adjusting controls and parameters, to ensure proper and efficient operation.
• Read and interpret job orders, blueprints, or work instructions to complete assignments accurately.
• Perform basic troubleshooting on machines to identify and resolve minor operational issues.
• Carry out minor maintenance tasks on equipment to keep machines in good working condition.
• Inspect and verify finished products to ensure quality, accuracy, and adherence to specifications.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with company standards.
• Assist with operating other production equipment as part of cross-training across the shop.
• Follow all company safety procedures, production guidelines, and standard operating procedures.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand how machines and equipment operate.
• Strong problem-solving ability to identify and address basic machine and production issues.
• Basic math skills, including working with measurements, conversions, and tolerances.
• Ability to read and understand production instructions, job orders, and machine documentation.
• Capability to operate industrial or manufacturing equipment, with prior experience preferred.
• Reliability and attention to detail when working with precision cutting and fabrication processes.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a production environment.
• Willingness to follow safety procedures and maintain a safe working environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience operating industrial or manufacturing equipment is preferred.
• Experience with CNC equipment, including CNC laser machines, is a plus but not required.
• Willingness to learn and be trained on multiple machines and production processes.
• Comfort working in a fabrication shop environment with organized workflows and production schedules.

Why Work Here?

Join a highly respected manufacturing organization in Delaware that offers a stable work schedule and a positive, team-oriented culture. You will have the opportunity to build your career through cross-training and ongoing skill development, while working in a clean, well-organized environment that values safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

This role is based in a clean, organized fabrication shop environment designed to support efficient and safe production work. You will work around CNC laser machines and other fabrication and production equipment, following structured production guidelines and safety procedures. The setting emphasizes orderliness, clear work instructions, and a stable schedule, helping you focus on quality and precision throughout each shift.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Greenwood, DE.

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

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.

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 Greenwood,DE.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 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.