Press Operator

Hiring Machine Operator in Pennsauken, NJ!

Join our dynamic team as an Extrusion or Saw Machine Operator, where you will be responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring various production machinery and equipment. This role offers an exciting opportunity for individuals who are reliable, hardworking, and dedicated to continuous improvement.

Shift/Pay:

• 6:30am-3pm, Monday to Friday
• $21-23/hr

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor metalworking machines such as saws and other tools to shape and form metal stock into parts or products.
• Read specifications and notes outlined in work orders and the EPICS system.
• Troubleshoot and perform corrective actions or minor repairs on saws and stretchers.
• Conduct daily preventive maintenance checks on saws, including lubrication and blade sharpness.
• Verify product specifications using calipers and other measuring tools.
• Input relevant information into EPICS, such as weight and die variances, and update rework/redtag line as necessary.
• Ensure proper handling and packaging of materials to maintain quality standards.
• Communicate issues related to poor yield, die variance, and mechanical downtime with Press Leads and the maintenance team.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace following 5S principles.
• Collaborate with forklift drivers to ensure materials are available at the workstation.
• Conduct quality checks for visual and dimensional accuracy and communicate any discrepancies to the press lead.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of experience in industrial and/or metal manufacturing experience operating machines.
• 1+ years of machine set up experience.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and reading blueprints.
• Ability to understand mechanical processes and operate machinery.
• Basic computer skills, including MS Windows.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs independently and up to 100 lbs with assistance.

This is a Permanent position based out of Cherry Hill, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $47840.00 - $47840.00/yr.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Cherry Hill,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026.

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.