Shop Laborer

Job Description

Job Description

Shop Laborer

Job Description

This role supports a medium-sized manufacturing operation that produces overhead cranes and performs a variety of custom job shop work. As a Shop Laborer, you will assist multiple departments with general shop operations, material handling, and basic machine and hand tool use. You will work with cranes, slings, forklifts, and other equipment while following clear instructions from experienced employees to keep production running safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Assist in general shop operations across Rail, Fabrication, Electrification, and Maintenance departments based on current workload demands.
• Follow instructions and directions from supervisors and experienced employees to complete assigned tasks safely and accurately.
• Perform material handling throughout the shop using cranes, slings, and other approved lifting devices.
• Use forklifts and other material handling equipment to move parts, components, and finished products as needed.
• Operate basic shop machinery and equipment under supervision, following all safety procedures and training.
• Use hand tools and power tools to support fabrication, assembly, and finishing tasks.
• Perform sanding, grinding, deburring, and other surface preparation work on sheet metal and other materials.
• Assist with sandblasting and spray gun operations as directed to prepare or finish components.
• Support production tasks related to construction-type work, including activities similar to drywall, concrete, and solar installation environments, as applicable to the shop’s projects.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including proper storage of tools, equipment, and materials.
• Follow all safety protocols, including the proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to shop rules.
• Lift up to 75 pounds and perform physical tasks such as crouching, standing, twisting, and moving materials throughout the shift.

Essential Skills

• Previous manufacturing experience.
• Ability to safely use cranes, slings, and other lifting devices, or willingness to learn under supervision.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Comfort working with hand tools and power tools in a production or construction environment.
• Capability to lift up to 75 pounds and perform physical tasks such as crouching, standing, twisting, and moving materials for extended periods.
• Willingness to follow detailed instructions and learn from experienced employees.
• Commitment to working safely in an environment with machinery, tools, fumes, and airborne particles.

Why Work Here?

The company offers a highly competitive benefits package that emphasizes long-term financial security and affordable health coverage. Employees benefit from an excellent healthcare plan with very low out-of-pocket costs and a generous 401(k) program with a match of up to 15%. The organization invests in its people, providing stability, strong benefits, and the opportunity to grow skills in a diverse manufacturing environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Glenwood, MN.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $23.00/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 Glenwood,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.