Job Description

This role supports a busy manufacturing facility by handling stainless steel and rebar materials, operating manual cutting equipment, and assisting with material flow throughout the production process. You will work with overhead cranes, perform general labor tasks, and help maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop environment while contributing to the production of rebar for construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload stainless steel and rebar materials safely and efficiently.
• Operate manual machines to cut rebar according to specified measurements and production requirements.
• Use an overhead crane to load and unload trucks and move materials around the facility.
• Handle materials throughout the production process, including prepping material for operators, loading for production, unloading, and staging after production.
• Clean and stack rebar in an organized manner to support smooth workflow and inventory control.
• Perform general shop cleaning, including sweeping, organizing, and maintaining a safe work area.
• Use a tape measure accurately to verify lengths and dimensions of materials before and after cutting.
• Follow production instructions and work closely with operators and other team members to meet daily output goals.
• Apply safe work practices at all times when working with machinery, overhead cranes, forklifts, and hand tools.
• Assist with basic assembly tasks and other general labor duties as needed to support production operations.

• Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure.
• Proficiency in basic math functions, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to apply math comprehension to practical tasks, such as determining how many pieces of a specified length can be cut from a 60-foot bar.
• Capability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Agility to move in and out of flatbed trucks throughout the shift.
• Good work ethic and reliability in a production or manufacturing setting.
• Previous manufacturing or production experience.
• Experience with general labor tasks in an industrial or construction environment.
• Ability to use basic hand tools safely and effectively.
• Comfort working with machines and learning machine operation procedures.
• Willingness to wear required personal protective equipment, including steel-toe footwear.

• Background in carpentry or concrete work.
• Previous experience in construction environments.
• Prior hands-on experience with machine operation or general production work.
• Experience using an overhead crane, forklifts, or similar material-handling equipment.
• Familiarity with assembly tasks in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Comfort working in loud, dusty, and non-climate-controlled environments.
• Interest in developing skills to advance into an operator role as experience grows.

The organization offers strong opportunities for growth and advancement within a national footprint, giving employees the chance to build long-term careers in manufacturing. The facility is a newer site that is actively expanding, creating room for promotion as operations scale. Team members who join now can grow with the site and earn opportunities to move into operator and other advanced roles. The culture emphasizes internal development, hands-on learning, and recognizing individuals who show initiative, reliability, and a strong work ethic.

Work Environment

This position is based in an industrial hanger-style facility where rebar is delivered, unloaded by forklift, and processed using benders, shearers, and other equipment to mold rebar to order for construction projects. The environment can be loud and dusty, and it is not climate controlled, so temperatures will reflect seasonal conditions. Work is hands-on and physically active, involving frequent lifting, material handling, and movement in and out of flatbed trucks. The standard shift runs from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with overtime that may extend the workday to 5:00 or 6:00 p.m. as needed. Employees must wear steel-toe footwear, and the company provides the remaining required personal protective equipment to support a safe working environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Hagerstown, MD.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Hagerstown,MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 8, 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 – 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.

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.

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