Shop Helper

Job Title: General Production Worker – Paint Prep Job Description

This role supports the paint department by preparing metal parts for coating and finishing, ensuring high-quality products are ready for shipment. You will perform a variety of production tasks including sanding, masking, material handling, and assisting with painting operations. Initial training typically occurs on day shift for 1–2 weeks before transitioning to swing shift.

Responsibilities

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

• Set up parts for painting by hanging items on racks and placing large items on carts or fixtures.

• Move parts to drying areas and prepare them for additional painting steps or assembly.

• Wash parts and mask areas that must not be painted to ensure clean lines and proper coverage.

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

• Assist with painting finished products before they are shipped to customers, following established quality standards.

• Perform general labor duties including cleaning work areas, handling materials, and prepping fabricated components for the paint department.

• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively for grinding, sanding, and other finishing tasks.

• Support overall production workflow by moving parts, organizing materials, and helping maintain an efficient paint prep process.

Essential Skills

• Experience using hand tools and power tools in an industrial or manufacturing setting.

• Industrial manufacturing experience, including familiarity with production environments and processes.

• Grinding experience on metal parts using appropriate tools and equipment.

• Ability to perform sanding, masking, and metal finishing tasks accurately and consistently.

• Capability to handle material movement and general labor duties in a production environment.

• Basic understanding of paint preparation for fabricated components, including surface cleaning and part setup.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a paint prep or paint department environment is beneficial.

• Comfort working with polyurethane and epoxy coating materials, including mixing to specified ratios.

• Background in general production, metal finishing, or fabrication support.

• Ability to learn and follow detailed work instructions and safety procedures.

• Strong attention to detail to ensure proper masking, surface preparation, and part handling.

Why Work Here?

You will join a hands-on industrial environment where your contributions directly support the quality of finished products. The role offers structured training, opportunities to build and refine practical manufacturing skills, and a swing shift schedule that may provide added flexibility. You will work with a team that values reliability, craftsmanship, and safe work practices, giving you the chance to grow your experience in production and paint operations.

Work Environment

This position is based in an industrial shop environment with open bay doors serving the fabrication department. You will work around metal fabrication, paint prep, and production activities, using hand and power tools, grinders, sanders, and other equipment typical of a manufacturing facility. Training is generally provided on day shift, Monday through Friday, from 5:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m., with possible flexibility to start at 7:00 a.m. and work until 3:45 p.m. After training, the role moves to swing shift, Monday through Thursday, from 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., with a shift differential applied. The environment is active and physical, with regular material handling and movement of parts through various prep and drying areas.

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 Oct 2, 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.