Manufacturing Laborer

Aerotek; Missouri; On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Manufacturing General Laborer in Springfield, MO for contract-to-hire. The role involves prepping parts for welders and machine operators, assisting with material handling, loading and unloading, and using tape measures, hand tools and power tools.

The position is fully onsite with shift options across standard day and night windows. Applicants with fabrication experience and familiarity with overhead cranes are a plus; education in manufacturing is a bonus.

Qualifications

• Experience in fabrication and reading tape measures.
• Proficient with power tools and hand tools.
• Material handling and general labor tasks experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare parts for welders, machine operators, and metal fabrication workers.
• Assist with material handling, including loading and unloading tasks.
• Utilize tape measures and operate hand and power tools efficiently.

Skills

Reading tape measure

Power tools

Hand tools

Fabrication experience

Education

Manufacturing education/certifications bonus

Tools

Overhead cranes (bonus)

Job description

Job Description

Manufacturing General Laborer - up to $20/hr

We are seeking a dedicated Manufacturing Laborer to perform a variety of general labor tasks within our metal manufacturing environment. This role involves prepping parts for welders, machine operators, and metal fabrication workers, as well as assisting with material handling, loading, and unloading. Proficiency in using tape measures, hand tools, and power tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare parts for welders, machine operators, and metal fabrication workers.
• Assist with material handling, including loading and unloading tasks.
• Utilize tape measures and operate hand and power tools efficiently.

Essential Skills

• Experience in fabrication, reading tape measure, etc.
• Proficient in using power tools and hand tools.
• Skilled in material handling and general labor tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Any education or certifications related to the manufacturing industry are a bonus.
• Experience with overhead cranes is a bonus.

Pay & shift

• Pay: $19-20/hour + $1 shift differential for 2nd/3rd shift
• Shift: 1st Shift - 6AM-4:30PM, 2nd Shift- 4:30PM-3AM, 3rd shift - 7:30PM-6AM

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Springfield, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Springfield,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2026.

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.