Shop Helper

Job Title: Shop Helper

Job Description

The Shop Helper supports multiple departments in a dynamic startup technology environment by assisting with production, assembly, logistics, and deployment activities. This role builds and assembles desks, chairs, and other furniture, helps manage warehouse inventory, and assists engineers with mechanical assembly, repair work, and troubleshooting equipment. The position requires someone who is comfortable wearing many hats, moving between two work sites, and adapting to evolving priorities as the company grows and relocates.

Responsibilities

• Support various departments, including production, logistics, deployment, and warehouse operations, based on daily needs.
• Build and assemble desks, chairs, and other furniture to support office and operational setups.
• Perform mechanical assembly of units and components according to instructions and quality standards.
• Load and unload containers with parts, equipment, and assembled units in a safe and efficient manner.
• Assist with general labor and general production tasks as assigned to keep operations running smoothly.
• Support warehouse inventory activities, including organizing, moving, and staging parts and materials.
• Work closely with engineers to support mechanical assembly and repair jobs as needed.
• Troubleshoot and help fix issues related to software boxes and related equipment under guidance.
• Assist the deployment team with preparation, assembly, and logistics support for outgoing equipment.
• Help support the company’s move to the new facility in El Segundo, including moving parts, equipment, and furniture.
• Operate effectively between two work sites, adjusting to shifting priorities and tasks in a fluid environment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area while following all safety procedures and guidelines.

Essential Skills

• Experience with general labor and hands-on shop or warehouse work.
• Ability to perform mechanical assembly of parts and units using basic hand and power tools.
• Proficiency in assembling furniture such as desks and chairs following written or verbal instructions.
• Capability to load and unload containers with parts and assembled units safely.
• Comfort supporting multiple departments, including deployment, warehouse, and production teams.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic issues with software boxes and equipment under direction.
• Willingness and ability to work between two work sites as needed.
• Comfort working in a startup technology and defense-oriented environment.
• Flexibility to wear different hats and shift between tasks and responsibilities throughout the day.
• Reliability, strong work ethic, and attention to detail in a fast-paced setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a startup or rapidly changing work environment.
• Experience in logistics, general production, or warehouse inventory support.
• Familiarity working alongside engineers or technical teams on mechanical assembly and repair.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new processes, tools, and work instructions.
• Strong teamwork skills and willingness to support colleagues across different functions.
• Comfort with minimal supervision and taking initiative to identify and complete needed tasks.
• No travel required beyond commuting between the designated work sites.

Why Work Here?

Join a fast-moving startup technology environment where your hands-on contributions directly support innovative projects. Enjoy daily catered lunches and the opportunity for a pay increase upon conversion, reflecting your performance and commitment. You will work in a collaborative culture that values flexibility, problem-solving, and the willingness to take on a variety of tasks as the organization grows and evolves.

Work Environment

This role operates in a startup tech defense environment that is fluid, flexible, and fast paced. You will split time between two work sites and support the transition to a new facility in El Segundo. The workspace includes a large break room with amenities such as a keg, and daily catered lunches are provided. Work involves physical tasks such as loading and unloading containers, assembling furniture, and performing mechanical assembly in a shop and warehouse setting. You should be comfortable in a hands-on, changing environment where priorities can shift quickly and collaboration with engineers and technical staff is common.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hawthorne, CA.

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $27.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Hawthorne,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 19, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.