**Machine Operator**

**Paying 20 / HR - 23 / HR**

**Location - Portland, OR**

**Responsibilities:**

Operate a variety of machinery to fabricate component parts.

Perform set-ups and change-overs on equipment to close and complex tolerances and may include numerical control and/or robot programming.

Monitor output and proper operation of mechanical equipment. Makes mechanical and/or program adjustments to ensure parts are meeting quantity and quality requirements as necessary.

Conduct regular quality audits of parts produced by measuring and inspecting components to tight tolerances.

Knowledge and awareness to comply with all standard OSHA and State safety regulations and policies, RE: Lock Out Tag procedures for all types of equipment, proper handling of solvents and chemicals according to MSDS sheets, vision, hearing and respiratory protection, and proper lifting techniques as may be required within the scope of the job at hand. Mix chemical solutions.

Prepare recommendations to modify processes to improve productivity and quality.

Train operators in work area as needed.

**Qualifications:**

At least 1 year of machine operating experience within a manufacturing environment

Experience performing set ups

GD&T experience is a plus!

Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and production systems preferred.

Ability to effectively utilize basic shop math skills required.

Ability to use inspection and measuring devices including calipers, drop indicators, height gauges, micrometers, Keyence and CMM equipment preferred.

Basic blueprint reading, and computer skills required.

**Environment/ Shift:**

State of the art manufacturing facility with great company culture and environment.

Monday-Thursday 2:30pm-1am.

Monday - Thursday 4am - 2:30pm.

**Employee Value Proposition:**

This company is committed to providing a total rewards package to our employees that is a multipurpose as our products. Our total rewards package includes competitive compensation along with medical, dental, vision, disability life insurance, PTO, and our Employee Assistance Program. The package also includes a generous bonus plan, employee discount on products, eligibility upon hire for 401k contributions with up to 5% match and immediate vesting. Here at Leatherman we also believe in investing in the wellbeing of our team members through offerings like 10 paid holidays, our on-site health center with nutrition classes, a gym, an outdoor basketball court, a pickle ball court and an award winning wellness program. And because your success is our success we offer our employees opportunities for career advancement and personal growth with our tuition reimbursement program, online classes through LinkedIn Learning, and our job shadow program.

Any qualified candidate will have ability to interview within 24 hours with potential following week start date. If you are looking for a rewarding career with a stable company please apply now!

**About Aerotek:**

We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at Aerotek.com.

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.