Shop Helper

Aerotek; Willow Grove (PA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an entry-level Machinist for an onsite contract-to-hire role in Willow Grove, PA. You will perform full machine setups, read blueprints, and handle shipping/receiving duties in a fast-paced shop environment.

Responsibilities include verifying incoming shipments, performing in-process inspections, and collaborating with programmers and engineers to improve part quality and efficiency. Safety and quality are emphasized throughout the role.

Qualifications

• Experience in shipping and receiving processes.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and setup tooling.
• Proficient in using precision measuring tools for in-process inspection.

Responsibilities

• Handle all shipping and receiving activities for inbound/outbound materials and products.
• Verify incoming shipments against documentation and ensure proper labeling and documentation for outgoing shipments.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and determine machining requirements.
• Perform full machine setups including tooling, fixtures, workholding, and offsets.
• Machine a variety of materials and adjust feeds/speeds to meet tolerances and finishes.
• Conduct in-process inspections using micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, indicators.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and collaborate with programmers/engineers to improve quality and throughput.
• Operate related equipment such as drill presses and other tools while maintaining safety and quality.

Skills

Shipping & Receiving

Machining

Reading blueprints

Machine setups

Metrology

Quality inspection

Team collaboration

Documentation

Tools

Drill presses

Micrometers

Calipers

Bore gauges

Job description

Pay: $18/hr (entry level)

Shift: 6am-230pm (daytime)

Responsibilities

• Handle all shipping and receiving activities for inbound and outbound materials, parts, and products.

• Verify incoming shipments against documentation and ensure outgoing shipments are properly labeled, packaged, and documented.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area, including regular cleaning tasks to support a tidy shop environment.

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and job travelers to determine machining requirements.

• Perform complete machine setups, including installing tooling, fixtures, workholding, and setting offsets.

• Machine a variety of materials such as carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, alloys, and specialty materials.

• Adjust feeds, speeds, and tooling to achieve required tolerances and desired surface finishes.

• Conduct in-process inspections using micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, indicators, and other precision measuring tools to verify part quality.

• Troubleshoot machining issues and make real-time adjustments to maintain accuracy and efficiency.

• Collaborate with programmers, engineers, and shop leadership to improve part quality, throughput, and overall efficiency.

• Operate related equipment such as drill presses and other machine tools as needed to complete jobs.

• Follow all safety procedures and quality standards throughout shipping, receiving, and machining activities.

Essential Skills

• Ability to independently perform full machine setups from print, including tooling, fixtures, workholding, and offsets.

• Comfort working with tight tolerances and complex part geometries.

• Thorough understanding of tooling, inserts, and cutting strategies for various materials.

• Ability to perform accurate in-process inspections using micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, indicators, and other precision measuring tools.

• Self-motivated work style with strong attention to detail and craftsmanship.

• Capability to manage shipping and receiving tasks while maintaining organization and accuracy.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in general machine operating and manufacturing operations.

• Comfort working with a range of materials including carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, alloys, and specialty metals.

• Willingness to support continuous improvement initiatives and adopt best practices in a job-shop setting.

• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with programmers, engineers, and shop leadership.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Willow Grove, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 Willow Grove,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 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.