Paint Prep/Helper

Job Title: Paint/Prep/Helper

$18-$19/hr

Job Description

The Painter Helper prepares metal parts and structural components for painting and assembly in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role supports paint operations, assists with construction and assembly of units, and ensures products meet strict measurement tolerances while working safely as part of a small team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare parts for painting by grinding, sanding, cleaning, degreasing, taping off areas, and hanging parts on the paint line.
• Train in the paint booth to provide coverage for painters during vacations or absences.
• Use tape measures and squares to verify dimensions and ensure accuracy in both paint prep and assembly tasks.
• Meet paint deadlines and production schedules provided by the third shift leadership.
• Assist with constructing and assembling units, including cutting and installing insulation into wall panels.
• Install metal sheets to wall panels, metal doors, and other sub-components onto structures according to specifications.
• Follow prints, drawings, and work instructions to build structures to required standards.
• Work on step stools and ladders to access various parts of the structures safely.
• Remain on your feet for the majority of the shift while performing physical tasks.
• Use overhead cranes and jib cranes to move large pieces of steel safely and efficiently.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of experience with assembly or using hand and power tools.
• At least 2 years of experience using a tape measure.
• Ability to read and accurately interpret a tape measure.
• Basic computer literacy to follow digital work instructions or production documentation.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Canton, OH.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/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 fully onsite position in Canton,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 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.