Shop Helper

Job Description

Job Title: Shop Helper

Job Description

We are hiring a shop helper for our metal fabrication shop! This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals with prior manufacturing experience who are eager to dive deeper into the metal fabrication and industrial manufacturing processes. The role involves assisting welders and machinists, including operating punch and press machines after training.

Responsibilities

Measure parts accurately

Operate punch and drill press machines

Complete documentation related to scrap or completed parts

Follow directions from supervisors, welders, and machine operators

Perform shop cleaning and daily opening/closing tasks

Use a tape measure and basic shop math to measure, cut, and fabricate parts

Maintain strong attendance, reliability, and eagerness to learnEssential Skills

Previous manufacturing experience

Desire to work in a shop environment

Reliability and positive attitude verified by references

Proficiency in measuring tools, including reading a tape measure and performing basic shop math

Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools

Experience with production and machine operationAdditional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with layouts, fabrication, grinding, assembly, material handling, general labor, and weld assistance

Skills in deburring and machine operationWhy Work Here?

Employees typically see a pay raise upon conversion. We offer a tuition reimbursement program and eligibility for benefits after 90 days. Additionally, our bonus program/profit-sharing allows you to receive substantial monthly bonuses if you are in good standing, with bonuses ranging between $600 and $1000 over the last six months.

Work Environment

The work environment involves exposure to moving mechanical parts, wet and/or humid conditions, outside weather, extreme cold, and extreme heat. The noise level is usually moderate to loud. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday from 6 am to 2:30 pm.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Forest Grove, Oregon.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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 Forest Grove,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 6, 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.Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.