Sheet Metal Operator

We are seeking skilled Sheet Metal Operators to join our night shift team. You will play a crucial role in the fabrication of raw materials, ensuring the production of high-quality sheet metal components. The position involves setting up and operating fabricating machines to cut, bend, and straighten sheet metal, as well as inspecting, assembling, and smoothing the finished products.

• Load material into machines and perform necessary operations to complete fabrication.
• Maintain a written record of tasks performed, including time required and other necessary data.
• Maintain and repair equipment, making modifications when necessary.
• Select raw materials according to instructions.
• Maneuver and securely anchor large sheet metal parts.

• 1-5 years of experience in a warehouse setting or logistics, with a preference for experience in operating material handling equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Spot welding experience.

• Certification to operate a forklift is preferred.
• Experience with shop welding, MIG welding, and knowledge in using hand tools, various types of sheet metal, and a tape measure.
• Familiarity with drawings, blueprints, mild steel, fabrication, fab shop, Press Brake, and Spot Welding.

Join a leading manufacturer with over 50 years of history in advancing specialty agricultural and industrial equipment technology. Benefit from a comprehensive benefits package, eligibility for bonuses, and two annual week-long shutdowns during Christmas and July 4th.

The position is based in a typical shop environment, which is industrial and not climate-controlled. You will work with large equipment and machinery focused on the production of peanut combines. The night shift operates from Monday to Thursday, 5:00 pm to 3:30 am, with potential overtime on Fridays.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of SUFFOLK, VA.

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $23.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in SUFFOLK,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 26, 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.