Shop Helper

Industrial Shop Helper NE Portland $27-28/hr. Job Description We are seeking a hard working Shop Helper to join our team. You will play a crucial role in our production process by operating cranes, handling materials, and ensuring product quality. This role requires attention to safety, precision in operation, and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities + Operate overhead and wall walker cranes using remote or pendant controls. + Secure rigging devices such as chains, straps, hooks, and magnets for lifting materials. + Transport materials using equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks. + Perform safety inspections and complete applicable checklists. + Set up and operate saws to cut materials per specifications and monitor multiple saws. + Use hand tools to measure and verify material dimensions and quality. + Utilize computer systems for documentation, labeling, scanning, and printing. + Use grinders and sanders to remove burrs and rough edges from materials. + Label and package products for shipping using appropriate materials and banding equipment. + Perform maintenance tasks such as changing saw blades, propane tanks, and sideloader batteries. + Maintain a clean and safe work environment by sweeping shavings and clearing debris. + Participate in safety, quality, and job training sessions. Essential Skills + Forklift operation + Material handling + Mechanical skills + Proficiency in using tape measures and overhead cranes + Fabrication with experience in waterjets, saws, and sideloaders + Preventative and corrective maintenance skills + CNC and saw operation experience + Carpentry skills Additional Skills & Qualifications + High school diploma or equivalent required + Experience operating metal cutting saws or similar equipment preferred + Ability to read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and measuring tools + Basic math and computer skills + Strong attention to detail and safety practices + Ability to work independently and as part of a team + Physical ability to perform tasks associated with medium work Why Work Here? Join a unionized environment with Teamsters 206, offering comprehensive benefits. Enjoy full medical, dental, and vision coverage for just $30/week. Benefit from a 401k plan and PTO that increases with tenure. Additionally, receive $5.60/hour towards your pension with a seven-year vestment period. Work Environment The work environment is a non-climate-controlled metal and steel warehouse that is loud due to active overhead cranes, band saws, waterjets, and forklifts. You will be working in an environment where steel is cut and processed for shipment. Initial training will be conducted in a conference room for the first week, followed by transition to shifts starting at 2:30 PM with likely 12-hour durations. The first two weeks involve cleaning to familiarize with the environment Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $27.70 - $27.70/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:u2022 Medical, dental & visionu2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospitalu2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableu2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)u2022 Short and long-term disabilityu2022 Health Spending Account (HSA)u2022 Transportation benefitsu2022 Employee Assistance Programu2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Portland,OR. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 9, 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 u2013 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 companiesu2019 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.

Created: 2026-03-30