Grinder/shop Labor

Aerotek; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 60,174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO)

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring for a Grinder/Shop Labor role in Milwaukee, WI. This contract-to-hire position offers onsite work in a heavy industrial foundry, with an hourly pay range of $18.00–$21.00 and benefits after eligibility.

You will support molding, core room, and melting processes, lift heavy materials, and operate basic tools while complying with safety PPE requirements. Ideal candidates have 1+ year of manufacturing experience, strong reliability, and the ability to work the 2nd shift in a fully

Qualifications

• General labor and production experience required.
• Forklift and overhead crane operation preferred.
• Grinder operation and grinding/polishing skills helpful.
• 1+ year of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide production support in molding, core room, and melting departments.
• Lift and move raw materials up to 50 lbs.
• Operate basic hand tools for production tasks.
• Maintain a clean and hazard-free shop floor.
• Wear mandatory personal protective equipment at all times.

Skills

General labor

Production experience

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Grinder operation

Grinding and polishing skills

Foundry experience

Construction experience

Tools

Forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Grinder operation

Job description

Job Title: Grinder/Shop Labor

Job Description

This role provides critical entry-level production support across multiple departments such as molding, the core room, and melting within a heavy industrial foundry environment. Responsibilities include lifting up to 50 lbs., moving raw materials, operating basic hand tools, and maintaining a clean, hazard-free shop floor. Candidates must have strong physical stamina, reliable attendance, and a strict commitment to wearing mandatory personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide production support in molding, core room, and melting departments.

• Lift and move raw materials up to 50 lbs.

• Operate basic hand tools for production tasks.

• Maintain a clean and hazard-free shop floor.

• Wear mandatory personal protective equipment at all times.

Essential Skills

• General labor

• Production experience

• Forklift operation

• Overhead crane operation

• Grinder operation

• Grinding and polishing skills

• Foundry experience

• Construction experience

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 1+ year of manufacturing experience

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Why Work Here?

Join a team where your contributions are valued and play a critical role in supporting various departments within a heavy industrial foundry. Experience a supportive work culture with opportunities for growth and development.

Work Environment

Work in a foundry environment during the 2nd shift, utilizing various industrial equipment. The position requires adherence to safety protocols, including wearing mandatory personal protective equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Milwaukee, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 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.