Production Worker

Job Title: Joist Shop Production Laborer (2nd Shift)

Job Description

This role is a hands-on production position in a heavy industrial joist shop, focused on operating weld and laser machines, assembling structural steel joists, and supporting overall manufacturing operations. You will learn to run specialized equipment, participate in welding training, and work as part of an assembly line team to ensure joists are produced safely, accurately, and on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Operate weld machines to assemble structural steel joists according to production requirements.
• Monitor machinery continuously to ensure it is functioning correctly and safely, and report any issues promptly.
• Work on an assembly line in a team environment to meet daily production goals and get joists out on time.
• Read and interpret schematics and drawings to assemble joists accurately and to specification.
• Learn and operate welding equipment after completing initial machinery training and welding class.
• Operate laser machines and other shop machinery as needed to support production.
• Perform general labor tasks such as cleaning and sweeping work areas to maintain a safe and organized shop.
• Handle materials as needed, including moving and positioning steel components for assembly.
• Perform touch-up painting using standard methods (no spray painting) on finished or in-process parts as required.
• Use hand tools and tape measures to check dimensions, align components, and verify accuracy of assemblies.
• Follow all safety procedures, including completing safety training before operating machinery and using required protective equipment.
• Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality to support continuous production operations.
• Adapt to working in a loud, dirty, and heavy industrial environment with exposure to metal, dust, and temperature extremes.

Essential Skills

• Ability to perform physically demanding general labor in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment.
• Comfort operating machinery after training, including weld machines and other production equipment.
• Ability to read and understand basic schematics or drawings for assembly work.
• Experience or schooling in a trade or industrial environment, such as welding, mechanical, or related fields.
• Strong reliability and attendance, with a commitment to meeting scheduled shifts and mandatory overtime.
• Ability to work effectively as part of an assembly line team and follow instructions from supervisors.
• Willingness and ability to work in a dirty environment with loud noises, metal dust, and fluctuating temperatures.
• Basic ability to use hand tools and a tape measure accurately.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Any experience with MIG, TIG, or Stick welding is a significant plus.
• Any prior welding or mechanical experience is highly valued.
• Comfort performing material handling tasks, including moving and positioning steel components.
• Ability to perform cleaning, sweeping, and general shop maintenance as needed.
• Willingness to complete safety training and welding class provided by the employer.
• Interest in working in structural steel fabrication, bridge work, or heavy industrial manufacturing.

Why Work Here?

Employees receive a $2,000 sign-on bonus and are eligible for production bonuses, providing strong earning potential tied to performance. The company supplies essential gear, including steel-toed boots and prescription eye protection for those who need it, as well as a tools allowance currently at $250 and soon to be $300. Team members accrue up to 23 weeks of paid time off within their first two years, along with 7 sick days and 7 paid holidays, supporting work-life balance and time away from work. The organization invests in training, including safety and welding instruction, creating opportunities to build valuable industrial and welding skills while contributing to large-scale structural projects.

Work Environment

The role is based in a manufacturing plant where structural steel is fabricated for bridge work, with most clean-up and production activity occurring in the joist shop. This is a heavy industrial atmosphere that is very dirty, with exposure to metal dust and debris, and it can be hot in the summer and cold in the winter. The environment is loud due to machinery and ongoing fabrication work, and employees must be comfortable working around significant noise and heavy equipment. This is a 2nd shift position with schedules that may include MondayFriday 9-hour shifts (4:00 p.m.1:30 a.m., Fridays 3:00 p.m.11:30 p.m.) or MondayFriday 8-hour shifts (3:00 p.m.11:30 p.m.), plus mandatory Saturdays from 12:00 p.m.6:00 p.m. Safety training is required before operating machinery, and appropriate protective equipment such as steel-toed boots and prescription eye protection is provided. The dress code is typical for industrial manufacturing, requiring durable work clothing suitable for a dirty environment and adherence to all safety gear requirements.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Point of Rocks, MD.

The pay range for this position is $21.17 - $24.17/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Point of Rocks, MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Point of Rocks,MD.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.