Assistant-Grave

This role focuses on packaging and wrapping finished aerospace products while supporting a variety of shop activities as needed. You will work as part of a collaborative production team, gain exposure to specialized metal finishing processes, and have the opportunity to grow into long-term roles in areas such as anodizing, plating, or masking.

Responsibilities

• Package and wrap finished aerospace products accurately and safely according to written instructions and quality standards.
• Assist with masking parts and other production-related tasks as needed, with cross-training provided in both packaging and masking.
• Follow detailed written instructions, work orders, and production guidelines to ensure consistent and reliable output.
• Support a fast-paced production environment by maintaining productivity, meeting deadlines, and adapting to changing priorities.
• Perform general shop duties outside of the warehouse area, including cleaning, organizing, and maintaining a safe and orderly work area.
• Operate production machinery and equipment as assigned, using proper procedures and safety practices.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors, communicate effectively, and contribute to a positive, team-oriented work culture.
• Follow established lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices to support efficiency and quality throughout the facility.
• Handle and move materials and finished products safely; use forklifts if certified and as required by the operation.

• Ability to read and follow written instructions accurately.
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced production or manufacturing facility.
• Willingness to perform general shop duties outside of warehouse tasks, including clean-up and basic housekeeping.
• Machine operator experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong teamwork skills and a willingness to help in different areas of the shop as needed.
• Ability to adapt to cross-training in both packaging and masking functions.

• Forklift certification is a plus and may be used to support material handling and product movement.
• Experience in general manufacturing, assembly, or production environments.
• Interest in learning specialized metal finishing processes such as anodizing, plating, masking, and coating.
• Comfort working in a structured environment that uses lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods.

You will join a long-established, highly stable metal finishing organization recognized as one of the largest in its field in the United States. The company offers significant room for growth at both local and broader levels, with opportunities to develop skills in advanced finishing processes and expand your career over time. You will benefit from a culture that embraces lean manufacturing and continuous improvement, providing ongoing learning and development in a modern, professionally managed production environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a spacious, modern metal finishing and plating facility that supports aerospace, defense, commercial, industrial, recreational, and electronics markets. The operation offers a full range of processing services in one location, including mechanical processes such as shotpeen, polishing, and abrasive blasting; aluminum processing including multiple anodize chemistries, chemical conversion coating, and hard anodize; electrolytic plating such as chrome, titanium cadmium, cadmium, and zinc-nickel; coatings and paints including primers, fuel tank coatings, topcoats, dry lubricants, and intumescent coatings; and non-destructive testing such as fluorescent penetrant, magnetic particle, and nital etch. Additional capabilities include zinc spray, magnesium processing, and passivation. The facility supports lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices and serves customers across the U.S., North America, and Europe. You will work in a production environment with machinery, processing lines, and material handling equipment, where safety, cleanliness, and adherence to procedures are emphasized. Dress and attire will align with a manufacturing and metal finishing setting, including appropriate protective gear as required by specific processes and tasks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kent, WA.

The pay range for this position is $19.60 - $19.60/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Kent,WA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 20, 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.