**Job Title: Grinder/Shop Labor** **Job Description** The Grinder/Shop Labor role involves working closely with the crew blacksmith to move materials using a press for forging. The position requires reading and marking serial numbers correctly, driving forklifts for material transport, and using calipers to measure the size of forged materials. This role also includes training to manually move materials with tongs and operate manipulators for advanced material movement in furnaces and around press equipment. Additionally, training to operate grinding equipment for processing forgings and stock material is provided. **Responsibilities** + Follow directions from the crew blacksmith to move materials on press for forging. + Read serial numbers and correctly re-mark parts in the forging environment. + Drive forklift for material movement and transportation. + Use calipers and other measuring equipment to determine forged material size. + Train to manually move materials with tongs. + Train to operate manipulators for advanced material movement. + Train to use grinding equipment for processing forgings and input stock materials. + Perform other related duties as requested. **Essential Skills** + Ability to operate grinders and perform grinding of forged metals and alloys. + Proficiency with hand tools and machine operation. + Experience in deburring and grinding processes. + Skill in measuring materials using tape, micrometers, and calipers. + Capability to interpret blueprints. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Forklift experience preferred. + Experience in the manufacturing industry. + Familiarity with hand and power tools. **Why Work Here?** This position offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment, with training provided for skill development and advancement. Work alongside a dedicated team and expand your expertise in material handling and forging processes. **Work Environment** The role is situated in a manufacturing setting, requiring interaction with various equipment and machinery. The environment is dynamic and involves physical activity, where safety and precision are prioritized. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract position based out of Irwindale, California. **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 Irwindale,CA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jul 2, 2025. **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.