**Entry-Level Grinder Operator – Start Your Career in Manufacturing!** **Anoka, MN** **$20-$22 (GREAT OT included)** **Start Your Career with Us!** Are you looking for a hands-on job where you can learn valuable skills and grow into a long-term career? Join our fabrication team as a **Grinder Operator** , where you’ll help prepare metal parts for finishing by smoothing out welds using a handheld grinding tool. No experience? No problem! We provide **paid training** to help you succeed from day one. This is a great opportunity to **get your foot in the door** with a company that values hard work, safety, and teamwork. If you’re reliable, mechanically curious, and ready to learn, we want to hear from you! **What You’ll Do** + Use a handheld grinder to smooth out welded metal parts. + Remove weld spatter to prepare surfaces for painting. + Safely move materials around your work area. + Wear protective gear (PPE) to stay safe from sparks and debris. + Work closely with a small team in a supportive environment. **What You’ll Learn** + How to operate grinding tools and other basic fabrication equipment. + The importance of safety and precision in metal finishing. + How to work efficiently in a manufacturing setting. **What We’re Looking For** + A strong work ethic and willingness to learn. + Ability to use hand and power tools (we’ll train you!). + Good communication skills and a team-first attitude. + A stable work history is a plus, but not required. + Previous experience in manufacturing or fabrication is helpful, but **not required** . **Perks & Benefits** + Access to a **state-of-the-art gym** . + **Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance** . + **401(k) with 100% match up to 3%** . + **Paid holidays, 2 weeks of PTO** , and **40 hours of sick time** . + **Quarterly and annual raises** based on performance and safety. + **Hydration breaks** with Gatorade and Freezee’s on hot days. **Work Environment** You’ll work in a clean, well-organized metal fabrication area. It stays comfortable in winter and can get warm in summer, but we provide **mandatory hydration breaks** to keep you safe. You’ll be part of a small team (4–6 people) where everyone supports each other while working independently. **Ready to Start?** **This is your chance to build a career in manufacturing with a company that invests in its people. Apply today and take the first step toward a rewarding future!** **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Anoka,MN. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 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.