Machine Operator And Assembler

Job Title: Machine Operator and Assembler

Job Description

The Machine Operator and Assembler sets up and operates production machinery, loads and unloads parts, performs product assembly, and conducts quality checks to ensure all products meet established specifications. This role supports continuous manufacturing operations by following standard operating procedures, maintaining equipment, and contributing to a safe and efficient production environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate production line machinery safely and efficiently, including loading and unloading parts into machines.
• Perform product assembly tasks according to work instructions and quality standards.
• Conduct regular quality checks on products and make necessary adjustments to keep output within required specifications.
• Reject products that do not meet quality standards and document issues as needed.
• Troubleshoot production line machinery to identify and resolve basic operational problems.
• Perform equipment change-overs as needed to support different production runs.
• Follow all standard operating procedures and Job Safety Analysis guidelines during daily work.
• Complete accurate daily production logs and other required documentation.
• Perform preventive maintenance (PMs) on production line machinery to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
• Communicate effectively with operators from other shifts to ensure smooth handoffs and consistent production.
• Clean and maintain the work area to support safety, efficiency, and product quality.
• Turn off and lock out equipment when not in use, following lockout/tagout procedures.
• Assist maintenance personnel and manufacturing engineers as needed with equipment and process-related tasks.
• Provide on-the-job training and guidance to new employees to help them learn machinery operation and assembly processes.
• Carry out other production and assembly duties as assigned to support manufacturing goals.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 6 months of production or manufacturing experience.
• Experience with machine operation in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Hands-on experience with production assembly and general labor tasks.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to stand for up to 8 hours during a shift.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions, complete basic documentation, and perform basic math.
• Comfort working with measurements that go down to the millimeter and ability to use measurement tools accurately.
• Ability to work safely around machinery, welders, and assembly equipment while following safety procedures.
• Reliability in following standard operating procedures and job safety analyses.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Background in general production or assembly line work.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with multiple machines and processes.
• Familiarity with quality control practices in a production setting.
• Ability to communicate clearly with team members across different shifts.
• Willingness to assist maintenance and manufacturing engineers with equipment and process improvements.
• Capability to train and mentor new employees on machinery operation and assembly tasks.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package that supports both financial security and overall well-being. The organization offers annual performance reviews, paid time off, and 10 paid holidays per year to encourage work-life balance. A robust benefits program includes group medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability coverage, hospital indemnity, critical illness coverage, term life insurance, and identity protection. Team members join a growing workforce with opportunities to develop their skills and build a long-term career in a stable manufacturing environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a busy manufacturing facility where machines, welders, and assemblers operate within the same building. The environment can be dirty, and there is no air conditioning, so candidates should be comfortable working in a non-climate-controlled setting. Steel-toe footwear is required as part of the safety dress code. The team currently consists of around 60 employees and is continuing to grow. The primary schedule is first shift, running from 5:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Thursday, for a 10-hour shift, with overtime available on Fridays as needed.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Canton, SD.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 Canton,SD.

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.