Production Shop Laborer

Job Title: Production Laborer Debur

Job Description

Join a busy fabrication shop as a Production Laborer focused on deburring and finishing metal parts. You will support the production process by preparing parts for painting and powder coating, operating hand and power tools, and performing a wide range of manual labor tasks to ensure high-quality finished products.

Responsibilities

• Debur metal parts to remove sharp edges, burrs, and imperfections using hand and power tools.
• Prepare parts for painting by performing thorough paint prep, including cleaning, sanding, and surface conditioning.
• Assist with powder coating operations by handling parts, supporting coating processes, and ensuring proper coverage and finish.
• Grind metal components to achieve smooth surfaces and precise finishes according to specifications.
• Sand metal surfaces using appropriate tools and techniques to create clean, uniform finishes.
• Polish metal parts to achieve the required appearance and quality standards.
• Perform general labor tasks in a manufacturing environment, including lifting, moving, and staging materials.
• Handle materials safely and efficiently, supporting machine operators and production teams as a machine helper when needed.
• Use hand tools and power tools such as grinders, sanders, and buffers in a safe and controlled manner.
• Support industrial fabrication activities, including work on metal and concrete-related tasks as assigned.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area in the fabrication shop.
• Collaborate with team members and respond to direction to meet production schedules and quality requirements.

Essential Skills

• Experience performing deburring of metal parts in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Hands-on experience with paint preparation, including cleaning, sanding, and surface prep for coatings.
• Practical experience with powder coating processes or assisting in a powder coat operation.
• Ability to grind, sand, and polish metal using hand tools and power tools.
• Comfort with general labor and manufacturing tasks, including heavy lifting and repetitive manual work.
• Material handling experience in an industrial or fabrication setting.
• Ability to work safely with hand tools, power tools, and industrial equipment.
• Willingness and physical ability to perform a high volume of manual labor tasks throughout the shift.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• laborer or machine helper in a fabrication, industrial, or carpentry environment.
• Experience with buffing, grinding, and sanding metal or similar materials.
• Exposure to concrete or other industrial construction materials is a plus.
• Ability to adapt to different tasks across deburring, painting, grinding, and general shop support.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn new fabrication and finishing skills.

Why Work Here?

You will join a company that values a strong family-oriented culture and long-term employment. The location is convenient within the Charleston area, and you can look forward to growth opportunities as you develop your skills. Once hired on full time, you will gain access to great benefits and receive a pay increase, reflecting the companys commitment to rewarding dedication and performance.

Work Environment

This role is based in a fabrication shop environment that is nonclimate controlled, so temperatures will vary with the seasons. You will work around industrial equipment, metal fabrication processes, and finishing operations such as grinding, sanding, painting, and powder coating. The position involves frequent heavy lifting, standing for extended periods, and performing physically demanding tasks throughout the shift. Appropriate work attire suitable for an industrial shop, including protective gear as required, will be necessary to work safely and comfortably in this environment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Charleston, SC.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Charleston, SC.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in North Charleston,SC.

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.