Manufacturing Laborer

Job Title: Manufacturing Laborer

Job Description

This role involves performing a variety of general labor tasks in a metal manufacturing environment, supporting welders, machine operators, and metal fabrication workers by preparing parts, handling materials, and using hand and power tools safely and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal parts and components for welders, machine operators, and metal fabrication workers according to specifications.
• Assist with material handling, including loading and unloading materials, parts, and finished products.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively to support metal fabrication and production activities.
• Measure materials accurately using a tape measure to ensure correct dimensions and quality.
• Support general manufacturing production tasks as needed to maintain workflow and meet production goals.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines while working with metal materials, tools, and equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support efficient and safe operations.
• Collaborate with team members and respond to direction from supervisors to complete daily assignments.

Essential Skills

• Ability to perform general labor tasks in a manufacturing or metal fabrication environment.
• Ability to use a tape measure accurately for measuring materials and parts.
• Proficiency with basic hand tools used in metal fabrication and manufacturing.
• Proficiency with basic power tools used in metal fabrication and manufacturing.
• Experience with material handling, including loading and unloading materials and products.
• Comfort working in a production environment with metal fabrication processes.
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely around tools, equipment, and materials.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Any education related to the manufacturing industry is a bonus.
• Any certifications related to the manufacturing industry are a bonus.
• Overhead crane experience is a bonus.
• Previous experience in metal fabrication or manufacturing production is beneficial.

Why Work Here?

You will join a workplace that values continuous improvement and rewards performance through regular pay reviews at 30 days, 90 days, and annually. You receive weekly pay for consistent and predictable earnings, along with an annual steel toe boot voucher to support your safety and comfort on the job. The environment emphasizes stability, practical support for employees, and opportunities to grow your skills in manufacturing.

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 Contract to Hire position based out of Springfield, MO.

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

This is a fully onsite position in Springfield,MO.

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.