Blacksmith

Join our team as a Hammer Smith Laborer, where you will play a crucial role in assisting our production team in Red Lion, PA. Your main duties will include straightening blades, staying updated with all ongoing projects, and contributing to special projects as needed. Work hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM with occasional overtime.

Responsibilities

• Flatten and straighten jobs after heat treatment and grinding using appropriate techniques.
• Inspect flatness through dial and surface table setup, and use feeler gauges and straight edges.
• Select and use appropriate types of hammers for flattening and straightening jobs made from various material grades.
• Identify and correct various types of distortion and curvature in jobs post heat treatment and grinding.
• Handle blades safely due to their sharp edges and high hardness.
• Perform laser etching on blanks, fixtures, etc., as needed.
• Assist with safety projects as directed.
• Ensure compliance with all company Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) policies.
• Utilize proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times and maintain current knowledge of company training requirements.
• Make recommendations for enhanced safety measures and equipment to the Safety Committee.

• Minimum of 2 years of smithing experience.
• High school diploma or GED completed or in progress.
• Ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions, processes, and procedures.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, understanding, and speaking fluent English.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work well as a team player and independently with limited supervision.
• Capability to work safely in a manufacturing and production environment.
• Responsible and timely completion of tasks.

• Experience with hand and power tools, tape measure, micrometer, caliper, and gauges.
• Knowledge in fabrication, sheet metal work, and schematics.
• Experience in inventory management, general labor, order picking, and warehouse inventory.
• Familiarity with sit-down forklifts and SAP systems.

Enjoy comprehensive benefits starting on your first day of employment, including three weeks of PTO accrued from the start. Benefit from dental and vision insurance, life insurance, and a competitive 401K plan with company matching. Work in a clean, climate-controlled shop with a smaller crew, offering a collaborative and supportive environment. Our recent expansion and new machinery provide exciting opportunities for growth and innovation.

Work Environment

The position is primarily indoors in our well-lit manufacturing facility, requiring work around high-speed machinery and equipment. Safety glasses are mandatory, and there is exposure to machine oil, metal filings, and manufacturing odors and noise. The job demands alertness, accuracy, and safety awareness, with company-provided safety training. Physical demands include standing, lifting, walking, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, and performing repetitive activities. Reasonable accommodations may be available for individuals with disabilities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Red Lion, PA.

The pay range for this position is $37440.00 - $49920.00/yr.

can be asked for upon interview

This is a fully onsite position in Red Lion,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 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.

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.