Shop Helper 21-24/HR

Aerotek; Wilsonville (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a General Production Worker for a fully onsite role in Wilsonville, OR.

You will contribute to a highly automated manufacturing shop, performing hands-on production tasks across multiple departments and learning the CNC process in a fast-growing environment.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical inclination with on-the-job experience or hobbies such as working on cars, motorcycles, or similar projects.
• Ability to safely use basic hand and power tools.
• Willingness to be cross-trained in all shop areas and support multiple departments.
• Ability to follow written job orders and detailed work instructions.
• Capability to perform basic math for measurements and counts.
• ITAR compliant and able to meet related requirements.
• Ability to work independently on the shop floor and seek out work.
• Comfort working in a hands-on production environment with machines, tools and metal parts.

Responsibilities

• Support multiple departments on the shop floor, including machine operation, quality control, hand finishing, and shipping/receiving.
• Operate basic hand and power tools safely to complete production tasks.
• Follow detailed written job orders and work instructions.
• Perform basic math for measurements, counts, and production-related calculations.
• Assist with machine operation by following work instructions and using appropriate tools.
• Support quality control and inspection activities using micrometers and calipers.
• Contribute to metrology and inspection tasks, with print reading a plus.
• Perform hand finishing and deburring using hand tools to polish metal parts.
• Receive incoming materials, package finished products, and prepare items for shipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Tool handling

Cross-training readiness

Read job orders

Math for measurements

Independent work

ITAR compliance

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Job Title: General Production Worker Job Description

This role supports a modern, highly automated manufacturing shop by performing a variety of hands‑on production tasks across multiple departments. You will use basic hand and power tools, follow written job orders, and assist with machine operation, quality inspection, hand finishing, and shipping/receiving. The position is ideal for someone with strong mechanical inclination, such as experience or hobbies working on cars or motorcycles, who is eager to be cross‑trained and learn the full CNC manufacturing process in a fast‑growing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support multiple departments on the shop floor, including machine operation, quality control, hand finishing, and shipping/receiving.
• Operate basic hand and power tools safely and effectively to complete production tasks.
• Follow detailed written job orders and work instructions, including reading and interpreting basic information required for production.
• Perform basic math as needed to complete measurements, counts, and production‑related calculations.
• Assist with machine operation by following detailed work instructions and using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Support quality control and inspection activities by following instructions and operating inspection tools such as micrometers and calipers.
• Contribute to metrology and inspection tasks, with print reading considered a plus.
• Perform hand finishing and deburring operations by using hand tools to remove material from metal parts and polish components as required.
• Follow work instructions to receive incoming materials, package finished products, and prepare items for shipment in the shipping/receiving area.
• Work independently on the shop floor, proactively identifying and taking on available work without constant supervision.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and handle tools, equipment, and parts with care.
• Adhere to ITAR compliance requirements and all applicable shop safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate with team members and align with a hands‑on, driven culture focused on continuous learning and improvement.

Essential Skills

• Strong mechanical inclination, with on‑the‑job experience or hobbies such as working on cars, motorcycles, or similar mechanical projects.
• Ability to use basic hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Willingness and ability to be cross‑trained in all aspects of the shop and support multiple departments.
• Ability to follow written job orders and detailed work instructions accurately.
• Capability to perform basic math for measurements, counts, and production tasks.
• ITAR compliant and able to meet all related requirements.
• Ability to work independently on the shop floor and proactively seek out work.
• Comfort working in a hands‑on production environment with machines, tools, and metal parts.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with inspection tools such as micrometers and calipers.
• Exposure to quality control, metrology, or inspection processes.
• Ability to read and interpret prints or basic technical drawings (a plus).
• Experience with deburring, hand finishing, and polishing of metal parts.
• Interest in learning the entire CNC manufacturing process.
• Strong desire to learn new skills and grow within a production environment.
• Alignment with a driven, like‑minded, hands‑on culture focused on teamwork and continuous improvement.

Why Work Here?

Employees receive access to comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage fully paid for the employee after 90 days, a 401(k) program with up to 4% employer match after 90 days, and two weeks of paid vacation. The organization is experiencing strong growth driven by ongoing orders from rapidly expanding customers, offering stability and long‑term career potential. Team members gain rare, valuable training across the entire CNC manufacturing process in a clean, modern, and technologically advanced environment, creating excellent opportunities for skill development and career progression.

Work Environment

The role is based in a very clean and modern machine shop that features highly automated CNC operations supported by newly integrated robotic systems. The facility has distinct areas for CNC machining, quality control, and shipping/receiving, providing a well‑organized and efficient workflow. The training shift runs Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and candidates must be open to transitioning to a swing shift schedule of Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. The environment emphasizes safe use of hand tools, inspection equipment, and production machinery, and supports a hands‑on, detail‑oriented approach to manufacturing work.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $24.00/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 Wilsonville,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 27, 2026.

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.

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.