General Production Worker 22-24/HR

Job Title: General Production Worker – Paint Prep (Swing Shift) Job Description

This swing shift General Production Worker role focuses on paint preparation and finishing of fabricated metal components in a busy industrial manufacturing environment. You support the paint department by preparing metal parts for coating through sanding, masking, grinding, and material handling, and assist with painting finished products before they are shipped to customers. This position operates Monday through Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. and works closely with the fabrication and paint teams to ensure high-quality, properly finished parts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal surfaces for coating by using power grinders and sanders to remove rust, scale, weld splatter, and other surface imperfections.

• Hang parts on racks and place large items on carts or fixtures to stage them for painting and drying.

• Move prepared items to drying areas and organize parts for further painting or assembly as needed.

• Wash parts and carefully mask areas that should not be painted to ensure clean, accurate finishes.

• Mix polyurethane and epoxy coating materials with reducers, thinners, and hardeners to the correct ratios following established guidelines.

• Assist with painting finished products to meet quality standards before shipment to customers.

• Perform general labor duties in the paint department, including cleaning work areas, equipment, and tools.

• Handle materials and fabricated components safely and efficiently, supporting continuous production flow.

• Support metal finishing tasks as needed, using hand and power tools to achieve required surface quality.

• Collaborate with team members in the paint and fabrication departments to meet production schedules and maintain a safe work area.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools in an industrial setting.

• Industrial manufacturing experience, preferably in a production or fabrication environment.

• Experience with grinding metal surfaces using appropriate equipment.

• Ability to perform sanding, masking, and general labor tasks in a paint prep or production environment.

• Capability to handle materials and fabricated components safely and efficiently.

• Comfort working with polyurethane and epoxy coating materials and following mixing instructions.

• Basic understanding of metal finishing processes and surface preparation for painting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in a paint prep or paint department within a manufacturing facility.

• Experience with production workflows and meeting daily or weekly output goals.

• Familiarity with cleaning procedures for paint equipment and work areas.

• Ability to work effectively on a swing shift schedule (afternoon to late night).

• Strong attention to detail when masking, sanding, and preparing parts to ensure high-quality finishes.

Why Work Here?

You join a hands-on industrial environment where your work directly contributes to the quality of finished products delivered to customers. The swing shift schedule offers extended weekends and consistent hours, providing a predictable routine. You gain valuable experience with metal finishing, paint preparation, and industrial tools, building skills that are highly relevant in manufacturing and fabrication careers. The role offers the opportunity to work with a dedicated team, learn multiple aspects of the paint and production process, and grow your expertise in a fast-paced shop setting.

Work Environment

The role is based in an industrial shop environment with open bay doors serving the fabrication department, creating an active, production-focused atmosphere. You work around fabricated metal components, paint booths, racks, carts, and fixtures, using hand and power tools such as grinders and sanders. The position follows a swing shift schedule from Monday to Thursday, 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., supporting extended production hours. Work involves standing for long periods, moving parts and materials, and performing tasks that may generate dust, noise, and fumes typical of metal fabrication and paint operations. Appropriate industrial attire and safety gear are expected to ensure safe and efficient performance of duties.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wilsonville, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Wilsonville,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 23, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

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.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.