Drill Press Operator**
**Job Description**
As a Drill Press Operator, you will operate multiple CNC equipment including saws, drills, angle machines, sheers, brake press, and coping machines. You will be responsible for transitioning between equipment using a single software system and executing orders efficiently during your shift.
**Responsibilities**
+ Operate and manage CNC saws, drills, angle machines, sheers, brake press, and coping machine.
+ Transition seamlessly between different equipment using the same software.
+ Operate a forklift and/or overhead crane to gather raw steel beams or plates for production.
+ Assist in supplying finished products to the Paint department or other areas as needed.
+ Work outdoors in the yard moving and offloading large steel pieces.
+ Maintain high attention to detail and adhere to safety standards.
+ Participate in cross-training to gain exposure to various aspects of the facility.
**Essential Skills**
+ Minimum 3-5 years of experience in CNC operations with various equipment.
+ Proficiency in reading a tape measure and using measuring tools.
+ Experience with forklifts and overhead cranes.
+ Ability to read blueprints and perform inspections.
+ Knowledge of mechanical systems and machine operations.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Experience in steel fabrication and sheet metal work.
+ Familiarity with construction, inventory management, and production processes.
+ Comfortable working with hand tools and operating bandsaws, presses, and mills.
**Why Work Here?**
Employees benefit from cross-training opportunities, gaining experience and exposure to various aspects of the facility. This ensures a dynamic work environment that fosters skill development and growth.
**Work Environment**
The position requires working on the 2nd shift from 4:30pm to 3am, with occasional Saturdays for mandatory overtime. You will train on the day shift for a short period. The facility is non-climate controlled, and candidates must be comfortable working in a loud, heavy industrial environment. Safety is prioritized, with the requirement of steel toe boots and safety glasses.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, Virginia.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/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 Richmond,VA.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 7, 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 Drill Press Operator, you will operate multiple CNC equipment including saws, drills, angle machines, sheers, brake press, and coping machines. You will be responsible for transitioning between equipment using a single software system and executing orders efficiently during your shift.
**Responsibilities**
+ Operate and manage CNC saws, drills, angle machines, sheers, brake press, and coping machine.
+ Transition seamlessly between different equipment using the same software.
+ Operate a forklift and/or overhead crane to gather raw steel beams or plates for production.
+ Assist in supplying finished products to the Paint department or other areas as needed.
+ Work outdoors in the yard moving and offloading large steel pieces.
+ Maintain high attention to detail and adhere to safety standards.
+ Participate in cross-training to gain exposure to various aspects of the facility.
**Essential Skills**
+ Minimum 3-5 years of experience in CNC operations with various equipment.
+ Proficiency in reading a tape measure and using measuring tools.
+ Experience with forklifts and overhead cranes.
+ Ability to read blueprints and perform inspections.
+ Knowledge of mechanical systems and machine operations.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Experience in steel fabrication and sheet metal work.
+ Familiarity with construction, inventory management, and production processes.
+ Comfortable working with hand tools and operating bandsaws, presses, and mills.
**Why Work Here?**
Employees benefit from cross-training opportunities, gaining experience and exposure to various aspects of the facility. This ensures a dynamic work environment that fosters skill development and growth.
**Work Environment**
The position requires working on the 2nd shift from 4:30pm to 3am, with occasional Saturdays for mandatory overtime. You will train on the day shift for a short period. The facility is non-climate controlled, and candidates must be comfortable working in a loud, heavy industrial environment. Safety is prioritized, with the requirement of steel toe boots and safety glasses.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, Virginia.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/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 Richmond,VA.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 7, 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: 482500220
Originally Posted on: 6/24/2025
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