Grinder Operator

We are seeking a dedicated individual to grind and finish cast parts, ensuring accurate tolerances using belt grinders and die grinders. You will be responsible for inspecting quality using gauges and precision measuring tools, assisting with plant cleanup in the foundry, and handling materials by moving parts off conveyor lines and onto carts for transport to other departments. The position operates on a day shift with regular hours from 4am to 2:30pm, Monday through Thursday, with potential overtime on Fridays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Grind and finish cast parts using belt grinders and die grinders.
• Ensure tolerances are accurate and inspect quality using gauges and precision tools.
• Assist with plant cleanup in the foundry.
• Handle materials by moving parts off conveyor lines and placing them onto carts for transport.
• Be available for potential overtime work on Fridays.

• Experience with general labor and heavy lifting.
• Proficiency in belt grinding and die grinding.
• Familiarity with industrial labor and production environments.

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Comfortable wearing a loose-fitting respirator for grinding.
• Comfortable working around industrial machinery.
• Ability to work in a hot industrial environment.

This position offers competitive pay and room for advancement. Employees benefit from good benefits once hired directly and receive training even without prior experience.

Work Environment

The role is set in a foundry manufacturing environment making metal cast parts from sand molds. It involves working around heavy machinery and equipment, often in loud areas. Protective equipment worn includes a hard hat, earplugs, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, gloves, a high-visibility vest, and in some departments, a loose-fitting respirator.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Portland, OR.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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 Portland,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 27, 2026.

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.