Heavy Industrial Machine Operator**
**Job Description**
We are seeking a skilled Heavy Industrial Machine Operator with experience in operating heavy machinery and the ability to read measurement tools such as tape measures and micrometers/calipers. The role involves setting up products onto machinery, following detailed instructions, and ensuring product accuracy through precise measurements.
**Responsibilities**
+ Operate heavy industrial machines efficiently.
+ Read and interpret tape measures, micrometers, and calipers.
+ Set up products on machinery and follow step-by-step instructions for operation.
+ Measure products to ensure accuracy and notify maintenance if tolerances are off.
+ Conduct minimal deburring of products.
+ Utilize a hand crane to move material off the production line.
+ Meet minimum production output requirements.
+ Complete documentation of errors, measurements, and product completion.
+ Maintain a clean work area.
**Essential Skills**
+ Experience in heavy industrial or steel fabrication and steel cutting.
+ Proficiency in machine operation or CNC operation.
+ Ability to read and interpret measurement tools.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Ability to read basic blueprints.
+ Experience with calipers and blueprint interpretation.
**Why Work Here?**
Our company offers long-term opportunities for growth and stability. Recently acquired by Caterpillar, we are committed to extensive employee training and providing upward mobility within the organization.
**Work Environment**
The facility currently employs 120 workers and is expanding to accommodate three full shifts. It consists of two separate buildings that are older and undergoing upgrades. The environment is loud, dirty, and can be hot in summer or cold in winter. You will work within specific departments alongside a supervisor and a dedicated team. The facility includes large areas for CNC machinery, welding booths, and racking systems. Steel-toed shoes are required for safety.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dyer, Indiana
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $21.40 - $21.40/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)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Dyer,IN.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 19, 2025.
**About Aerotek:**
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 meets 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 solving for 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.
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.
**Job Description**
We are seeking a skilled Heavy Industrial Machine Operator with experience in operating heavy machinery and the ability to read measurement tools such as tape measures and micrometers/calipers. The role involves setting up products onto machinery, following detailed instructions, and ensuring product accuracy through precise measurements.
**Responsibilities**
+ Operate heavy industrial machines efficiently.
+ Read and interpret tape measures, micrometers, and calipers.
+ Set up products on machinery and follow step-by-step instructions for operation.
+ Measure products to ensure accuracy and notify maintenance if tolerances are off.
+ Conduct minimal deburring of products.
+ Utilize a hand crane to move material off the production line.
+ Meet minimum production output requirements.
+ Complete documentation of errors, measurements, and product completion.
+ Maintain a clean work area.
**Essential Skills**
+ Experience in heavy industrial or steel fabrication and steel cutting.
+ Proficiency in machine operation or CNC operation.
+ Ability to read and interpret measurement tools.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Ability to read basic blueprints.
+ Experience with calipers and blueprint interpretation.
**Why Work Here?**
Our company offers long-term opportunities for growth and stability. Recently acquired by Caterpillar, we are committed to extensive employee training and providing upward mobility within the organization.
**Work Environment**
The facility currently employs 120 workers and is expanding to accommodate three full shifts. It consists of two separate buildings that are older and undergoing upgrades. The environment is loud, dirty, and can be hot in summer or cold in winter. You will work within specific departments alongside a supervisor and a dedicated team. The facility includes large areas for CNC machinery, welding booths, and racking systems. Steel-toed shoes are required for safety.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dyer, Indiana
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $21.40 - $21.40/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)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Dyer,IN.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 19, 2025.
**About Aerotek:**
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 meets 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 solving for 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.
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.
Job ID: 488291458
Originally Posted on: 8/6/2025
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