Tooling Operator (1st Shift)

Job Title: Tooling Operator (1st Shift)

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Tooling Operator to join our team in a manufacturing environment. You will operate various machines to press and form thicker metal that will eventually be used to make frames for airplanes. This role requires flexibility as you will be expected to float around the shop and assist wherever needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate different machines including the band saw, press machine, bump machine, and stretch machine to form metal.
• Measure parts accurately using a tape measure.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Assist in other areas of the shop as needed.
• Train to adapt to various roles within the shop.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of experience in machine operating within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in the metal manufacturing or forging industry.
• Proficiency in reading a tape measure.
• Experience with CNC Machine Operation.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Jib Crane or Overhead Crane operation.
• Furnace operator experience.
• Extensive measuring experience.
• Strong mathematical skills.

Why Work Here?

Our company values its employees highly, fostering a supportive work environment with great employee tenure. Many who have left for other opportunities often return, recognizing the supportive and engaging atmosphere we offer.

Work Environment

You will work in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment, which can be hot during the summer months. Despite the age of the exterior, the shop is clean, extremely organized, and well-labeled. The dress code includes steel-toed shoes, jeans, and a work shirt, along with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). The regular day shift hours are from 5:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Thursday, with extended hours as needed. Fridays run from 5:00 am to 1:30 pm, with overtime as needed. Training will initially be on the day shift for approximately two weeks before transitioning to your designated shift.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of HOUSTON, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/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 HOUSTON,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 30, 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.