Grinder - 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Fabricator

Job Description

This role operates grinding, polishing, and related equipment to produce high-quality metal workpieces to precise specifications. You inspect machinery and parts, perform basic maintenance and repairs, and ensure consistent product quality in a modern, climate-controlled manufacturing environment on a 1st shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Inspect machinery and workpieces regularly to ensure they comply with specifications and to reduce malfunctions and production loss.
• Monitor grinding operations and ensure grinding wheels are dressed according to specifications so machines operate at peak capability.
• Stop machines immediately when you discover a problem and make required adjustments as quickly as possible to minimize downtime.
• Provide quality control by inspecting workpieces as they come out of the equipment and removing any defective pieces.
• Operate machinery, including polishing and grinding equipment, to grind metal workpieces to prescribed specifications and ensure high-quality products.
• Finish products by hand using hand tools to ensure all surfaces are properly filed, deburred, and finished.
• Use air tools and other pneumatic equipment to perform grinding, deburring, and related fabrication tasks.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance, including inspection, lubrication, and cleaning, to keep all equipment running safely and efficiently.
• Perform basic repairs within the scope of expected knowledge, including replacing worn or broken parts, and schedule more extensive repairs when needed.

Benefits:

• Double time after 40 hours
• $500 dollar shop bonus
• Flexible start time
• Up to 6% annual raises

Why Work Here?

You will work in a brand-new, state-of-the-art, climate-controlled facility considered one of the nicest in the area. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance options with the possibility of zero deductible or premium, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, and an employee assistance program. You can take advantage of flexible spending and health savings accounts to manage healthcare costs, and enjoy paid time off to support work-life balance. The environment emphasizes modern equipment, employee well-being, and long-term stability.

Work Environment

This position is based in a brand-new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility that is fully climate controlled, providing a clean, comfortable, and modern work setting. You will work primarily with grinding, polishing, deburring, and fabrication equipment, including air tools, pneumatic tools, and a variety of hand and power tools. The standard schedule is 1st shift, Monday through Thursday, working four 10-hour days, with flexible start times at 4:00 a.m., 5:00 a.m., or 6:00 a.m. Overtime on Fridays is minimal and voluntary, offering additional flexibility. The facility is designed for efficient, safe operations, with a focus on maintaining equipment through regular inspection, lubrication, cleaning, and timely repairs.

This is a Permanent position based out of Cottage Grove, WI.

The pay range for this position is $41000.00 - $70000.00/yr.

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 Permanent position based out of Cottage Grove, WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Cottage Grove,WI.

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.