Utility Laborer

Job Title: Cast House Helper

Job Description

The Cast House Helper supports safe and efficient operations in the cast house by handling aluminum product after extrusion, tending production lines, and performing general labor tasks. This role works closely with the Cast House Supervisor and production team to rack, pack, and move materials, including operating forklifts and using hand tools, while maintaining a strong focus on safety and quality in a demanding manufacturing environment.

Train on 1st. shift for couple weeks to a month from 6am -2pm Monday to Friday (Sometimes Saturday if needed.)

Then will transistion to 3rd. shift from 10pm to 6am. with a dollar pay increase.

Responsibilities

• Handle aluminum products safely and efficiently after extrusion, following all safety and quality procedures.

• Tend production lines in the cast house, ensuring smooth, continuous operation and addressing basic issues as they arise.

• Rack and pack finished products according to specifications and production requirements.

• Move bins and materials throughout the facility using a forklift and other material-handling equipment as trained and authorized.

• Use a tape measure and hand tools accurately to verify product dimensions and support production and packing tasks.

• Perform general labor duties, including lifting, carrying, and positioning materials in a physically demanding environment.

• Follow instructions from the Cast House Supervisor and work collaboratively with team members to meet production goals.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area, supporting housekeeping and 5S practices in the cast house and surrounding areas.

• Adhere to all safety policies, including the proper use of personal protective equipment, and promptly report any unsafe conditions.

• Participate in training to learn additional tasks such as crane and saw operations as skills and performance develop.

• Support overtime and extended shifts as needed to meet production demands and 24/7 coverage goals.

Essential Skills

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

• Prior laborer experience and the ability to perform heavy physical work comfortably.

• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately.

• Capability to perform general labor tasks such as lifting, carrying, and standing for extended periods in a hot, noisy environment.

• Willingness to work rotating or night shifts and frequent overtime as needed.

• Consistent attendance and reliability, with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in industrial environments similar to building materials or heavy manufacturing facilities.

• Comfort working around furnaces, molten metal, and high-temperature equipment.

• Openness to cross-training into higher-level roles such as crane or saw operator.

• Desire for long-term growth into higher-level operator positions within the cast house.

• Ability to follow detailed safety procedures and adapt to changing production priorities.

Why Work Here?

Join a long-established, growing manufacturing organization that combines a family-like atmosphere with the resources of a larger operation. The facility is part of a company that has been in business for over 40 years and employs hundreds of people, offering stability and room to grow. The culture places a strong emphasis on safety and continuous improvement, with clear pathways to advance into higher-level operator roles as you develop your skills. Team members enjoy frequent overtime opportunities to significantly increase their earnings, along with tenure bonuses at 3, 5, and 10 years that reward long-term commitment. The company also invests in team camaraderie and recognition through quarterly barbecues and picnics, creating a sense of community and appreciation.

Work Environment

This role is based in a cast house within a busy manufacturing plant. New hires typically train on a Monday–Friday day shift from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (with occasional Saturdays during busy periods), then transition after a few weeks to a 4x4 schedule, most likely on night shift from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Overtime is frequently available, and team members can pick up additional shifts to increase their hours. Work takes place both indoors and on the plant floor in an unregulated environment with extreme temperatures and high noise levels. The cast house is very hot due to furnaces used to melt and mold metal, and temperatures in the summer can reach around 110 degrees, so comfort working in heat is essential. The environment includes typical industrial factors such as machinery noise and other uncontrollable conditions. The dress code requires steel-toe boots and long pants, and employees must wear a hard hat, safety glasses, and ear protection when in the plant. Uniforms or protective clothing are worn to enhance safety while working near furnaces and molten metal.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pennsauken, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.21 - $21.21/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pennsauken,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 7, 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.