**Job Title: Helper - Swing Shift** **Job Description** Join our team as a Helper on the swing shift, where you will be trained in niche skills for long-term growth in a dynamic aerospace environment. **Responsibilities** + Review and assimilate work instructions specific to paint type, dimensional tolerance, and thickness considerations. + Load, adjust, and perform light maintenance on HVLP coating equipment in various formats. + Review and follow work instructions for cleaning, masking, and abrasive blasting operations. + Conduct receiving inspections before processing and report any damage or discrepancies immediately. + Gather supplies such as racks, tooling, baskets, and carts as needed. + Oil and/or package parts for protection. + Clean production parts, including degreasing or manual solvent cleaning. + Perform routine maintenance on blast cabinets and machines. + Collaborate closely with area leadership to complete work and prioritize tasks. + Maintain best safety practices according to prescribed directives. + Occasionally lift heavy objects. **Essential Skills** + Excellent hand/eye coordination, practical skills, and attention to detail. + Proficiency in English, both written and verbal. + Basic computer skills and excellent attention to detail. + Good communication skills. + Ability to work independently or as part of a team. + Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. + Adaptability to a fast-paced and ever-changing environment with multiple priorities. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with hand and power tools. + Familiarity with paint preparation and sanding. + Ability to read blueprints and schematics. + Mechanical skills are advantageous. + Willingness to learn and grow long-term with the company. + Entry-level position with training provided. **Why Work Here?** Join a large aerospace company that values growth and promotes from within. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan. Benefit from 120 hours of paid time off annually, 10 paid holidays, and eligibility for the Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan based on company performance. Experience a supportive work culture that focuses on long-term employment and skill development. **Work Environment** Work in a large production facility that specializes in anodizing, paint prep, and painting aerospace parts. The environment includes exposure to chemicals, solvents, occasional fumes, and moderate noise levels. The facility operates 24/7, with shifts potentially changing based on needs, with one week notice provided. The swing shift runs Monday to Friday from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kent, Washington. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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 Kent,WA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jul 17, 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.