Manager Machine Shop Production Jobs in Tennessee

Job Title: Machine Operator - Laser Helper - $20

Job Description

The Laser Helper will assist the operator in loading material and performing operations, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting on CNC machines. Candidates will also operate forklifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist the operator in loading materials for CNC Trumpf Laser operations.
• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment as needed.
• Understand and operate laser technology and sheet metal machinery.
• Utilize micrometers, calipers, multimeters, and encoders for precise measurements.
• Conduct machine setup for efficient operations.

Essential Skills

• Experience with CNC machines and laser operations.
• Understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with micrometers, calipers, multimeters, and encoders.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Training will be required for the first 2-3 weeks on the job.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance and troubleshooting.

Why Work Here?

Join a fast-growing, family-owned machine shop that values flexibility and work-life balance. Enjoy competitive benefits including 4 PTO days to start, a 5% 401 K match, 1 week vacation at 6 months, and up to 3 weeks of vacation after a few years. Benefit from overtime pay at 1.5 times after 8 hours in a day, after 40 hours in a week, on Saturdays, and double time on Sundays if working a seventh day.

Work Environment

Work in an open air machine shop equipped with fabrication, welding, and CNC machinery. Experience a somewhat clean environment where masks are not required.

2nd shift from 4 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. with flexibility in hours based on production needs. During slow periods, 4pm - 12 midnight is customary.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of CHATTANOOGA, TN.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 CHATTANOOGA,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 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.