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Job Title: Forge Helper
Job Description
As a Forge Helper, you will play a crucial role in supporting the furnace operations by assisting with the heating of furnaces, loading steel parts onto conveyor belts, cutting steel billets to specified lengths, and cooling machinery by spraying it down. You will also be responsible for inspecting parts using precision tools such as micrometers, calipers, and tape measures to ensure quality.
Responsibilities

• Assist in heating furnaces and operating forging machinery.
• Load steel parts onto conveyor belts and cut steel billets to the required length.
• Spray machinery to cool it down and ensure safe operation.
• Conduct quality inspections of parts using micrometers, calipers, and tape measures.

Essential Skills

• 3 months of steel manufacturing experience.
• Comfortable standing for 10 hours and working in a hot, loud environment.
• Proficient in using micrometers, calipers, and gauges.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Furnace operation experience.
• Familiarity with tow motors.
• Experience with quality inspection and heavy lifting.

Why Work Here?
You will be eligible for benefits after just 30 days. A 401k plan is available from day one, with a match starting after six months. Enjoy a retention incentive of $1,500 and receive uniforms and boots, with uniform cleaning provided at a nominal fee. Additionally, you will receive 10 paid vacation days per year, 9 paid holidays, and 3 personal days. The company values good attendance with a fair point system where points drop off after a year.
Work Environment
The work environment is a heavy manufacturing facility with temperature-controlled machining areas. The production area can be loud and hot, especially during summer, but breaks are provided every hour along with fans for cooling. The facility operates on two shifts: 1st shift from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and 3rd shift from 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM. The primary need is on 3rd shift currently.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $30.00/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 Cleveland,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 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.