General Production Worker

Job Title: General Production Worker – Paint Prep (Swing Shift)

Job Description

This role supports the paint department by preparing and finishing metal parts prior to shipment. Working on a swing shift from Monday to Thursday, 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., you will perform paint preparation, material handling, and general production tasks to ensure high-quality coated components are ready for customers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal surfaces for coating by using power grinders and sanders to remove rust, scale, weld splatter, and other surface imperfections.
• Hang parts on racks and position large items on carts or fixtures to stage them for painting and drying.
• Move prepared items to designated drying areas and organize parts for further painting or assembly.
• Wash components and carefully mask areas that must not be painted to ensure clean lines and proper coverage.
• Mix polyurethane and epoxy coating materials with reducers, thinners, and hardeners to the correct ratios, following established guidelines.
• Assist with paint cleanup activities, including cleaning tools, equipment, and work areas to maintain a safe and orderly environment.
• Perform general labor duties such as material handling, sanding, and parts prepping to support the paint department and overall production workflow.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively for metal finishing and production tasks.
• Handle fabricated components and organize them for paint prep, coating, and shipment.
• Collaborate with team members in the manufacturing environment to meet production goals and maintain quality standards.

Essential Skills

• Experience using hand tools and power tools in a production or industrial setting.
• Industrial manufacturing experience, including familiarity with fabrication or production processes.
• Proficiency with grinding operations to prepare and finish metal surfaces.
• Ability to perform sanding, masking, and general labor tasks in support of paint preparation.
• Comfort working with polyurethane and epoxy coating materials and following mixing instructions.
• Capability to handle and move metal parts and fabricated components safely and efficiently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in paint prep or working within a paint department in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in metal finishing, including surface preparation and cleanup.
• Experience with material handling in an industrial shop, such as moving parts on racks, carts, and fixtures.
• Familiarity with production workflows and general labor duties in a fabrication or manufacturing facility.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers steady swing-shift hours that support work-life balance for those who prefer later schedules, along with a shift differential for working evenings. You will join a collaborative industrial team where your contribution directly supports quality and customer satisfaction. The environment encourages learning hands-on skills in manufacturing and paint preparation, providing valuable experience and room to grow within a production-focused setting.

Work Environment

The role is based in an industrial shop with open bay doors serving the fabrication department, creating an active and dynamic production atmosphere. You will work around fabricated metal components, paint booths, and prep areas, using hand tools, power tools, grinders, and sanders on a regular basis. The position follows a swing shift schedule from Monday to Thursday, 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., with a shift differential for evening hours. The environment is typical of an industrial facility, with ongoing fabrication and coating operations, and requires adherence to safety practices and appropriate work attire suited to a shop setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wilsonville, OR.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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 Wilsonville,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 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.