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Aerotek Press Brake Operator in LEXINGTON, North Carolina
Job Title: Press Brake Operator
Job Description
We are seeking a diligent and skilled Press Brake Operator to join our team. This position involves not only operating a press brake but also fabricating, turning wrenches, and drilling holes. The role is part of a two-person team responsible for building drying conveyor systems used for dehydrating various products. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working with sheet metal of various gauges and be proficient in different welding techniques.
Responsibilities
Operate press brake and other fabrication machinery.
Perform tig welding, including vertical, horizontal, corner, and butt welds.
Work with sheet metal of all gauges, including 16-22 gauge.
Use various hand tools for fabrication and assembly tasks.
Collaborate with a team member to build and assemble drying conveyor systems.
Report to the erector and follow provided instructions.
Ensure precision and quality in all welding and fabricating tasks.
Essential Skills
3-5+ years of experience in welding and fabricating, specifically tig welding.
Proficiency in operating press brake and other related machinery.
Ability to perform vertical, horizontal, corner, and butt welds.
Experience working with sheet metal of various gauges, especially 16-22 gauge.
Skilled in using hand tools for fabrication.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with TIG/MIG welding.
Knowledge of operating shear and saw equipment.
Why Work Here?
Join a team that values precision and quality in fabricating essential systems. Enjoy a work schedule that allows for a structured workweek with weekends being partially free. The role offers the opportunity to work closely with a small, dedicated team in a hands-on environment.
Work Environment
The work environment is a non-climate controlled and older facility equipped with welding and fabricating machinery. The workweek includes 10-hour days from Monday to Thursday, an 8-hour day on Friday, and a 6-hour day on Saturday.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of LEXINGTON, North Carolina.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00
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 LEXINGTON,NC.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Jan 17, 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.
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