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Cocoa, FL

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We are a structural steel fabrication company supporting commercial and industrial construction projects. The facility manufactures steel beams, columns, bracing, plates, and structural assemblies using advanced CNC equipment and material handling systems. Operators work in a fast-paced fabrication environment focused on quality, production, and safety.

We are seeking experienced CNC Machine Operators to run structural steel processing equipment including saw and drill lines, angle lines, plasma tables, and beam processing machines. Operators will be responsible for processing raw steel material according to engineered drawings, ensuring accurate cuts, holes, layouts, and markings while maintaining production efficiency and quality standards.

Operates Peddinghaus Saw/Drill Lines or similar beam processing equipment used to cut structural steel beams and drill holes according to fabrication drawings.

Responsibilities:

• Load and position beams using overhead cranes
• Program and operate CNC saw and drill equipment
• Verify dimensions and hole locations
• Inspect finished material for accuracy
• Maintain production records and material tracking

Operates Peddinghaus Angle Master or similar angle processing equipment used to punch, mark, shear, and process steel angles for fabrication.

Responsibilities:

• Process structural angles per shop drawings
• Verify punch patterns and measurements
• Monitor machine operations and material flow
• Ensure part identification and marking accuracy
• Perform machine setups and adjustments

Operates Kinetic Plasma Table or similar CNC plasma cutting equipment used to cut plates, gussets, clips, connection plates, and custom steel components.

Responsibilities:

• Load steel plate material
• Operate CNC plasma cutting systems
• Verify cut quality and dimensional accuracy
• Perform part marking and identification
• Assist with material movement and staging

• Operate CNC structural steel fabrication equipment safely and efficiently
• Read and interpret fabrication drawings, blueprints, and production paperwork
• Measure materials to ensure conformance with design specifications
• Select correct material type, stock size, and dimensions
• Transfer appropriate data, markings, and identifying information onto materials
• Verify cuts, hole locations, dimensions, and part quality
• Utilize overhead cranes and material handling systems to load and unload steel
• Maintain production records and track material usage
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment
• Assist in troubleshooting machine issues and production interruptions
• Follow established quality, safety, and housekeeping standards
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and production ready

• Experience operating one or more of the following:
  • Kinetic Plasma Table
  • Peddinghaus Saw/Drill Line
  • Peddinghaus Angle Master
  • Ficep Beamline
  • Similar structural steel CNC equipment
• Experience working in a structural steel, steel fabrication, or heavy industrial environment
• Ability to read a tape measure to 1/16"
• Ability to perform basic math calculations
• Experience using overhead cranes
• Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work throughout an entire shift
• Comfortable working in indoor, non-climate-controlled environments
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

• Structural steel fabrication experience
• Blueprint and shop drawing interpretation skills
• Experience with Tekla PowerFab
• Forklift experience
• CNC programming adjustments and troubleshooting experience
• Production manufacturing background

• Heavy industrial structural steel fabrication facility
• Exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust, and moving equipment
• Frequent use of overhead cranes and material conveyance systems
• Large steel beams, columns, plate, and fabrication components

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cocoa, FL.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/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 Cocoa,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 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.