Join Our Team as a General Laborer/Finisher!
Job Title: General Laborer/Finisher
About the Role
Are you ready to kickstart your career in manufacturing? As a General Laborer/Finisher, you’ll begin your journey in the grinding department, where you’ll use a hand grinder to smooth out rough edges and polish metal to a stunning finish. But that’s just the beginning! You’ll also have the chance to cross-train in basic fabrication tasks, including:
* Cutting metal to length with precision
* Operating a brake press
* Spot welding and buffing
* Racking metal for painting
* Supporting assembly, packaging, and paint departments as needed
Your Responsibilities
* Utilize hand grinders to achieve smooth and polished metal surfaces.
* Engage in cross-training for various fabrication tasks.
* Perform spot welding and buffing with attention to detail.
* Assist in preparing metal for painting.
* Provide support across multiple departments as required.
What We’re Looking For
To thrive in this role, you should possess:
* Mechanical aptitude: Gained through previous work experience, school, or hobbies.
* Experience: Familiarity with sheet metal and grinding.
* Measurement skills: Proficiency in using a tape measure and basic math.
* Tool knowledge: Experience with hand and power tools.
Additional Qualifications
* At least 6 months of manufacturing experience.
* Ability to read a tape measure accurately.
* Background in shop classes such as welding, automotive, woodworking, or machine/tool.
Why Choose Us?
We believe in investing in our team! Here’s what you can look forward to:
* Tuition reimbursement for your continued education.
* Opportunities for upward mobility, including promotions to lead and supervisor roles.
* A $0.50 raise after 90 days, with additional raises once hired directly.
* Certification opportunities in welding at Anoka Tech.
Work Environment
Join us in a large, fast-paced manufacturing facility! You’ll need to be self-motivated and adaptable, as the environment can get warm during the summer months. Please note, our campus is smoke-free.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.84 - $22.09/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits, which may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits may include:
* Medical, dental & vision coverage
* Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance
* 401(k) Retirement Plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions
* Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for you and your dependents)
* Short and long-term disability options
* Health Spending Account (HSA)
* Transportation benefits
* Employee Assistance Program
* Paid Time Off (PTO), Vacation, or Sick Leave
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position located in Anoka, MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on July 22, 2025.
About Aerotek
At Aerotek, we understand that finding meaningful work can be challenging. We connect over 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with more than 14,000 employers each year. Since 1983, we’ve been dedicated to helping our workers navigate the evolving labor market and find jobs that align with their goals, skills, and interests.
Our team of over 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250+ offices is committed to putting our workforce in a position to thrive. Join us and let’s rise to meet your challenges together!