Manufacturing Laborer

Job Description

This role involves performing a variety of general labor tasks in a metal manufacturing environment, including preparing parts for welders, machine operators, and metal fabrication workers, as well as assisting with material handling, loading, and unloading. You will work with tape measures, hand tools, and power tools to support efficient and accurate production.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal parts and components for welders, machine operators, and metal fabrication workers according to production requirements.
• Assist with material handling activities, including moving, staging, loading, and unloading materials and finished products.
• Use a tape measure to accurately measure materials and verify dimensions before and after fabrication.
• Operate and handle hand tools and power tools safely to support metal fabrication and general production tasks.
• Support general manufacturing production activities as directed to maintain workflow and meet production schedules.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines while working with metal materials, tools, and equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to promote safety and efficiency.
• Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively to complete tasks and resolve issues on the production floor.

Essential Skills

• Ability to perform general labor tasks in a metal manufacturing environment.
• Experience using hand tools safely and effectively.
• Experience using power tools in a production or fabrication setting.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately.
• Basic understanding of material handling practices, including loading and unloading materials.
• Capability to work in a manufacturing production environment with metal fabrication processes.
• Ability to follow instructions, safety procedures, and standard operating practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Any education or certifications related to the manufacturing industry are a plus.
• Experience with overhead crane operation is a bonus.
• Willingness to learn new tools, equipment, and production methods.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from regular pay reviews, including evaluations at 30 days, 90 days, and annually, providing clear opportunities for performance-based growth. Weekly pay offers consistent and predictable income. A steel toe boot voucher provided annually supports safety and reduces personal out-of-pocket costs.

Work Environment

The role is based in a metal manufacturing facility that is non-climate controlled, so temperatures may vary with the seasons. You will work around metal fabrication equipment, hand tools, power tools, and material handling devices in an active production environment. Appropriate safety footwear, including steel toe boots, is required and supported through an annual voucher program.

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

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

This is a fully onsite position in Springfield,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 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.