Press Operator**
**Job Description**
As a Form Press Operator, you will have a thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production operations and machinery, specifically Hot Forming Press Brake and Sheetmetal Forming. You will be responsible for maintaining knowledge of processes and equipment, improving production efficiency, troubleshooting production problems, and keeping track of inventory. Additionally, you will ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
**Responsibilities**
+ Operate hot forming machine, which heats titanium sheet metal to 1400 degrees and uses 30,000 tons of pressure to form products.
+ Maintain and improve production efficiency and troubleshoot production problems.
+ Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
+ Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
+ Work with other department leads to ensure schedule adherence.
+ Keep track of inventory and obtain quotes when needed.
**Essential Skills**
+ 4 years of prior manufacturing experience.
+ Experience in sheet metal forming.
+ Knowledge of production operations and machinery.
+ Ability to read and interpret mold drawings.
+ Proficiency in PC skills and basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Ability to communicate concisely: verbally, in writing, and with sketches or technical drawings.
+ Good interpersonal skills and ability to work harmoniously with all plant personnel.
+ Professional demeanor and willingness to work overtime, holiday schedules, and weekends if required.
+ Self-starter mindset and excellent attendance record.
**Why Work Here?**
Enjoy comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, a 401k with a 5% match, Paid Time Off (PTO) and sick leave, and a quarterly bonus. This long-term opportunity offers major growth potential as the company has recently won several large contracts.
**Work Environment**
Work in a clean aerospace manufacturing facility alongside machines operating at 1300-1400 Degree Fahrenheit. Currently, the department comprises two employees.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sumner, Washington
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Sumner,WA.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 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**
As a Form Press Operator, you will have a thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production operations and machinery, specifically Hot Forming Press Brake and Sheetmetal Forming. You will be responsible for maintaining knowledge of processes and equipment, improving production efficiency, troubleshooting production problems, and keeping track of inventory. Additionally, you will ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
**Responsibilities**
+ Operate hot forming machine, which heats titanium sheet metal to 1400 degrees and uses 30,000 tons of pressure to form products.
+ Maintain and improve production efficiency and troubleshoot production problems.
+ Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
+ Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
+ Work with other department leads to ensure schedule adherence.
+ Keep track of inventory and obtain quotes when needed.
**Essential Skills**
+ 4 years of prior manufacturing experience.
+ Experience in sheet metal forming.
+ Knowledge of production operations and machinery.
+ Ability to read and interpret mold drawings.
+ Proficiency in PC skills and basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Ability to communicate concisely: verbally, in writing, and with sketches or technical drawings.
+ Good interpersonal skills and ability to work harmoniously with all plant personnel.
+ Professional demeanor and willingness to work overtime, holiday schedules, and weekends if required.
+ Self-starter mindset and excellent attendance record.
**Why Work Here?**
Enjoy comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, a 401k with a 5% match, Paid Time Off (PTO) and sick leave, and a quarterly bonus. This long-term opportunity offers major growth potential as the company has recently won several large contracts.
**Work Environment**
Work in a clean aerospace manufacturing facility alongside machines operating at 1300-1400 Degree Fahrenheit. Currently, the department comprises two employees.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sumner, Washington
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Sumner,WA.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 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: 485837023
Originally Posted on: 7/18/2025
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