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Job Title: Shop Helper

Job Description

Join our team as a Shop Helper in a role that supports production through deburring, sandblasting, and minor surface preparation. This hands-on position is perfect for individuals who are comfortable working with water and blasting machines and who don't mind getting a bit dirty when needed.

1st shift - 6am to 4:30pm

4/19 schedule - Monday to Thursday - OT on Friday

$19.50/hr

Responsibilities

• Perform deburring and sandblasting on parts.
• Assist with minor prep work prior to blasting.
• Operate water and sandblasting machines.
• Use standard sandblasting, hand, and power tools.
• Support general production activities as needed.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area.

Essential Skills

• Basic production or manufacturing experience.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools.
• Willingness to perform hands-on work.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work onsite.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior sandblasting or deburring experience is a plus but not required.
• Blueprint reading and machine operation experience (1-2 years preferred).
• Proficiency in reading and writing English (necessary for blueprint reading).
• Basic knowledge of working with small parts and assemblies.
• ITAR compliance.

Why Work Here?

Once you become a full-time employee, you will receive quarterly bonuses which have consistently been awarded in recent history. Many Aerotek contractors who became permanent employees have stayed since 2010/2013, indicating a positive work environment where people choose to stay. The opportunity comes with full benefits and a 401k plan upon permanent employment.

Work Environment

Work in a great, small environment with approximately 40 production employees. The job requires frequent sitting, standing, reaching, walking, and handling/grasping of materials in a manufacturing setting. Occasionally, the role may require kneeling, bending, or squatting. Finger dexterity is necessary, along with good eyesight for using a magnifying glass and handling small parts.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Irvine, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.50 - $19.50/hr.

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 Irvine,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 20, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.