About this role
Job Title: Finisher Weekend ShiftJob DescriptionThe Finisher on the weekend shift prepares products to meet precise customer specifications by performing grinding, sanding, assembly, and inspection tasks. This role uses a variety of hand and power tools to finish metal components, supports machine operators during downtime, and maintains a clean and safe work area while handling materials that may weigh up to 55 pounds. Responsibilities • Prepare products to meet customer specifications, ensuring all finishing requirements are completed accurately and on time. • Use hand grinders to sand and grind down excess metal and achieve smooth, consistent finishes on parts. • Perform assembly of products as needed, following work instructions and basic blueprints when applicable. • Assist machine operators during downtime by helping with material handling, basic machine-related tasks, and workflow support. • Use various hand and power tools, including grinders, sanders, polishers, and hammers, to straighten and finish parts. • Inspect finished products and perform quality assurance checks to verify that parts meet required standards and specifications. • Perform general cleaning duties in the work area to maintain a safe, organized, and efficient production environment. • Lift and move materials and products weighing up to 55 pounds as part of daily production and finishing activities. • Support general production, manufacturing, and finishing operations as needed, including deburring, polishing, and kitting. • Follow all safety procedures and guidelines, including proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to facility rules. Essential Skills • Prior experience using grinders, hand tools, and power tools in a production, manufacturing, construction, or similar environment. • Comfortable using a hammer to straighten parts and perform basic mechanical adjustments on metal components. • Ability to lift and handle items weighing up to 55 pounds safely and repeatedly during the shift. • Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with general production, general labor, and manufacturing processes. • Ability to perform grinding, sanding, polishing, deburring, and metal finishing tasks with attention to detail. • Capability to inspect products and perform quality checks to ensure finished parts meet specifications. • Willingness to follow safety protocols, including wearing required protective equipment and adhering to dress code requirements. • Ability to work on a weekend shift and support overtime as available. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Approximately 3 months of prior production or manufacturing experience is preferred but not required. • Experience in general labor, machine operation, construction, or concrete work is beneficial. • Familiarity with mechanical assembly, kitting, and basic blueprint reading is a plus. • Experience with metal finishing, grinding, sanding, polishing, and deburring processes is advantageous. • Comfort working with hand tools and power tools in a fast-paced production environment. • Ability to contribute to inspection and quality assurance activities. • Interest in learning multiple departments and developing broader manufacturing skills over time. Why Work Here?You join a stable organization with exceptionally low turnover, where many team members have built long-term careers and 40% of the workforce has stayed for more than 25 years. The company places a strong emphasis on safety, maintaining a safety rating significantly better than the Minnesota standard. You can look forward to 10 paid holidays after becoming a direct employee, access to overtime, and substantial opportunities for advancement across more than 15 different departments, with operators able to progress to highly competitive pay levels even without prior experience. After one year of employment, students can receive 100% tuition reimbursement, supporting long-term personal and professional growth. Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a manufacturing and production facility that can be warm during the summer months. The environment involves regular use of grinders, hand tools, and power tools, as well as working around machine operators and metal finishing operations. Safety is a priority, and you must wear metatarsal boots and safety glasses while on the floor. The dress code is casual but requires no shorts or cut-off sleeves, ensuring appropriate coverage and protection in the work area. The setting supports overtime opportunities and offers exposure to multiple departments within a busy, hands-on production environment. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Le Sueur, MN. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $23.25 - $23.25/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) Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Le Sueur,MN. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 2026.
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, 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.