Sheet Metal Forming Fabricator

Paid Training: Aerospace Metal Fabricator (Entry-Level Welcome) Job Description Ready to turn your mechanical aptitude into a high-flying career? Join a world-class aerospace leader in Auburn and play a vital role in building the structures that power global aviation. We arenu2019t just looking for someone to run a machine; weu2019re looking for a motivated team player eager to master the art of precision metal forming. Whether you have experience with a press brake or are a hands-on learner ready to dive into blueprints and fabrication, we provide the training and stability you need to grow. With a reliable Monday-Friday a clean shop environment, and a clear path from contract to hire, this is where your career in aerospace takes off. Location: Auburn, WA Pay: $20-$22 Contract: Contract to Hire 3 month(s) Shift: 1st few days- Start at 7:00am Regular start time: 6:30am-3:00pm Mon-Fri Responsibilities + Assemble parts and operate machinery as instructed. + Perform metalworking tasks such as bending, punching, hand forming, deburring, or sawing. + Support team efforts towards total customer satisfaction and quality products. + Adhere to lean processes, continuous improvement, and on-time delivery. + Maintain safety standards and respect for colleagues. Essential Skills + Experience with press brake, punch press, turret, line-up, or deburr operations. + Machine operation, including loading and setup. + Understanding of sheet metal fabrication processes. Additional Skills & Qualifications + High school diploma or GED. + Three to six months of related experience or training. + Knowledge of punching process, punch tooling, roll forming with sheet metal, blueprints, and brake forming. + Experience with hand/power tools is a plus. + Understanding of process flows, lead times, and lean principles in manufacturing. + Strong team player and reliability. + Knowledge of safe lifting techniques. Why Work Here? We are committed to taking care of our people with benefits such as a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company-match contributions, competitive wages, paid holidays, and paid time off. Our medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance plans are comprehensive, and we offer both short-term and long-term disability coverage. Our employee assistance plan provides access to counseling, consulting, and other community resources. We also offer a wellness program and tuition assistance to support your personal and professional growth. Work Environment Our clean manufacturing shop works with steel and sheet metal to manufacture parts for aerospace applications. The environment is heavy-duty, can be loud, but is well-organized. The regular shift is from 6:30 am to 3:00 pm, Monday to Friday, with initial training starting at 7:00 am. Flexibility to work overtime, including weekends, is required. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Auburn, WA. 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 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 & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Auburn,WA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 18, 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: 2026-04-06