Metal Forming Machine Operator Jobs Near Me

Job Description

This role operates and monitors production machinery in a metal fabrication facility. You will run equipment that fabricates metal, including stamping machines and other production machines used to create metal products, while maintaining safety, quality, and efficiency.

Why Work Here?

Employees enjoy a laid-back work culture and 3-day weekend. The organization offers great benefits and a competitive compensation package, including a 401(k) plan with a strong company match—100% of the first 3% contributed, and up to 4% when contributing 5% or more. Team members have opportunities for advancement and professional development within a stable manufacturing environment. Schedules consists of 1st shift 7:00AM-5:30PM or 3rd shift 8:30PM-7:00AM.

Responsibilities

• Operate wire mesh and related metal fabrication machinery in a safe and efficient manner.
• Run stamping machines and other metal-forming equipment to produce wire mesh and metal components according to specifications.
• Set up machines for production runs, including adjusting settings, installing tooling, and preparing materials.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools such as tape measures to perform machine setup, adjustments, and basic maintenance tasks.

Essential Skills

• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand how machines and tools operate.
• Ability to safely operate production machinery and equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Comfort using hand tools and power tools for machine setup, adjustments, and basic repairs.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately and perform basic math for measurements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous machine operation experience in a manufacturing or production setting is a strong plus.
• Experience with CNC machines or press brakes is beneficial.
• Experience in metal fabrication, machining, or working with equipment such as shears, lathes, and mills is advantageous.
• Familiarity with troubleshooting and basic repair of production machinery is preferred.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance on equipment is a plus.
• Ability to work on a production line and meet production targets.
• Comfort reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $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 Columbus,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 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.