Machine Operator

Description:



Launch Your Career in Aviation as a Machine Operator!



Join PDS Tech Commercial and Help Build the Future of Flight



PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a global leader in the aviation industry to hire a skilled and motivated Machine Operator in Owego, NY. If you're passionate about precision, quality, and working with advanced manufacturing equipment, this is your opportunity to make an impact on products that help keep the aerospace industry moving forward.



Position Details




  • Job Title: Machine Operator
  • Location: Owego, NY
  • Schedule: Weekend Shift | Thursday - Sunday | 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Pay Rate: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
  • Job Type: Full-Time, 12-Month Assignment


Make an Impact



As a Machine Operator, you'll play a critical role in supporting the production of high-quality aviation components. Your attention to detail, commitment to safety, and dedication to quality will help ensure products meet the exacting standards required in the aerospace industry.



What You'll Do



In this hands-on manufacturing role, you will:




  • Operate light-duty bench and floor-type machine tools and equipment
  • Work with machinery such as:

    • Small lathes
    • Power mills
    • Extruding machines
    • Drills and punch presses
    • Power brakes
    • Shears and saws


  • Set up machines and make necessary operational adjustments
  • Perform routine machine maintenance and basic troubleshooting
  • Inspect finished work using gauges, jigs, fixtures, and precision measuring tools
  • Verify products meet close-tolerance specifications and quality standards
  • Operate and monitor numerically controlled machinery when applicable
  • Follow statistical process control and other quality control procedures
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
  • Collaborate with team members to support production goals and continuous improvement initiatives


Required Qualifications




  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to operate manufacturing or machining equipment safely and effectively
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
  • Ability to read and interpret work instructions and specifications
  • Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to use measuring tools and quality inspection equipment
  • Ability to stand, move, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift
  • Strong dependability and attendance record


Preferred Qualifications




  • Previous machine operation or manufacturing experience
  • Experience working with CNC or numerically controlled equipment
  • Familiarity with aerospace, aviation, or precision manufacturing environments
  • Experience inspecting parts using gauges, jigs, fixtures, or precision measurement tools
  • Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and quality assurance procedures


Why Join Us?



At PDS Tech Commercial, we're committed to connecting talented individuals with industry-leading opportunities that help them grow their careers and expand their skills.



When you join our team, you'll enjoy:




  • Competitive pay
  • Valuable experience with a recognized leader in the aviation industry
  • Consistent full-time schedule with a long-term assignment
  • Opportunities to develop advanced manufacturing and machining skills
  • A culture focused on teamwork, quality, innovation, and safety
  • The chance to contribute to products that support the future of aerospace technology


This is more than a job. It's an opportunity to build experience in a high-impact industry where precision, performance, and innovation matter every day.



Ready to Take Off?



If you're a motivated professional who thrives in a hands-on manufacturing environment and takes pride in producing quality work, we want to hear from you.



Apply today and start your next career adventure as a Machine Operator with PDS Tech Commercial, partnering with a leader in the aviation industry. Your future in aerospace starts here.




 

Pay Details: $18.00 to $20.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance


Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.



 
Job Number: US_EN_33_022581_2596307
Job Location: Owego, NY
Per Diem: --
Overtime: --
Duration: indef
Start Date: ASAP
Input Date: 09/08/2026
Firm Name: PDS TECH COMMERCIAL, INC
Attention:
Address: 545 E JOHN CARPENTER FWY STE 950
City, State: IRVING, TX 75062
Phone: 214/647-9600
800 Phone: 800/270-4737
Email: Client.Services@pdstech.com
Website: Go To PDS Tech Commercial Website
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