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Job Title: Shop Helper – Paint Department

Job Description

This position offers an opportunity for a reliable and safety-conscious Machine Operator to join a busy Paint Department within a heavy industrial manufacturing environment. You will support multiple production areas, including blasting, surface preparation, assembly, and material handling, to help maintain an efficient and consistent production flow. The role suits a versatile team player who enjoys hands-on work, can adapt to changing priorities, and takes pride in producing quality work in a fast-paced shop.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and machinery within the Paint Department in a safe, efficient, and consistent manner.
• Support blasting operations by preparing and handling components for production.
• Assist with surface preparation activities, including masking, cleaning, and staging materials prior to painting.
• Perform assembly-related tasks and support production teams as required to maintain workflow.
• Load, unload, and transport materials throughout the facility using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Use hand and power tools for tasks such as deburring, grinding, and other finishing work.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure completed work meets company standards and specifications.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area by following all safety procedures and housekeeping practices.
• Communicate clearly with team members and supervisors to coordinate tasks and resolve issues.
• Work collaboratively with the team to meet production schedules, deadlines, and daily targets.
• Follow instructions and standard operating procedures related to welding, overhead crane, and forklift operations where applicable.
• Adapt to different tasks and production priorities as needed to support overall shop operations.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 1 year of experience working in a manufacturing shop environment.
• Ability to operate hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
• Experience with deburring, grinding, and other basic finishing operations.
• Strong English communication skills to follow instructions and collaborate with the team.
• Demonstrated safety awareness and commitment to working in a safe manner.
• Ability to support welding, overhead crane, forklift, and material handling activities as required.
• Capability to work in a heavy industrial environment and perform physical tasks such as lifting, carrying, and standing for extended periods.
• Willingness to work on a day shift and remain open to potential shift changes as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Forklift ticket or prior forklift operating experience is an asset.
• Overhead crane ticket or prior overhead crane operating experience is an asset.
• Experience working in a paint, blasting, or coating environment is an advantage.
• Familiarity with quality checks and basic inspection practices in a manufacturing setting.
• Interest in pursuing long-term growth into a skilled trade or related industrial role.
• Comfort working with welding operations and heavy industrial equipment in a shop environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a highly safety-focused operation with a very low incident rate and a strong emphasis on looking after its people. The organization offers long-term opportunities to grow into trades, with a culture of promoting from within and an average shop tenure of 11 years, demonstrating stability and loyalty. As an ITA-certified shop, you can gain apprentice hours and build a recognized trade career while working in a family-oriented environment that values teamwork and mutual support. In addition, you can benefit from a 4% RSP contribution, reflecting a commitment to your long-term financial well-being.

Work Environment

The facility is a heavy industrial manufacturing shop producing rims for the mining industry, with approximately 26 people working on the production floor in a very large, open environment. The shop is a cold, dirty, and rugged setting typical of heavy industry, and many employees have been there for over 20 years, creating a stable and experienced workforce. You will work with industrial equipment, paint and blasting machinery, hand and power tools, forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material-handling equipment. The standard shift is a day shift from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, and candidates must remain open to working both shifts if schedules change. Appropriate industrial workwear and personal protective equipment are expected to match the conditions of a heavy industrial, cold, and dusty environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Langley, BC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Langley,BC.

À propos d'Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

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About Aerotek

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, employee assistance and discount programs.

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.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.