Paint Line Helper

Job Title: Paint Line Loader / Paint Line HelperJob DescriptionThis hands-on Paint Line Loader role supports a fast-paced manufacturing operation by loading and unloading metal parts from a paint line conveyor, verifying finished products, and ensuring all parts are processed according to production and quality specifications. The position is physically active, requires consistent attention to detail, and plays a key role in maintaining safe, efficient, and high-quality production on the paint line.

Responsibilities

• Load raw steel parts onto the paint line conveyor according to the production schedule and work orders.
• Unload finished metal parts from the paint line safely, efficiently, and in the correct sequence.
• Regularly lift, move, and position metal parts weighing up to 50 lbs throughout the shift.
• Work collaboratively with another team member when unloading and stacking larger 4050 lb panels to ensure safe handling.
• Verify finished products against work orders and correctly mark parts with the appropriate part numbers.
• Follow production specifications, work instructions, and established tolerances to meet quality and performance standards.
• Safely operate assigned equipment and machinery associated with the paint line and material handling.
• Inspect parts and finished products to identify potential quality or production issues before they move to the next stage.
• Communicate production, equipment, or quality problems promptly to the Paint Line Lead or management.
• Accurately record basic production and quality information when required, ensuring proper documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area around the paint line and associated equipment.
• Follow all safety procedures and consistently wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Support established quality standards and participate in continuous improvement efforts on the production floor.
• Complete additional production-related duties as assigned, including general labor, material handling, and assisting other team members as needed.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year of manufacturing, production, warehouse, or similar hands-on experience preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing, paint line, production, assembly, material handling, or metal fabrication environment is strongly preferred.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, push, pull, and position materials weighing up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Comfort performing repetitive physical work while keeping pace with a production line.
• Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions and work orders accurately.
• Strong attention to detail when identifying parts, marking part numbers, and inspecting finished products.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate production, equipment, or quality issues clearly to supervisors or leads.
• Ability to accurately record basic production and quality information.
• Ability to maintain visual attention required to identify parts, read work orders, and inspect products.
• Ability to stand and move throughout the work area for extended periods and safely perform repetitive loading and unloading activities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with hand tools and mechanical assembly.
• Experience using power tools in a production or construction environment.
• Background in general production, assembly line work, or general labor.
• Exposure to welding processes such as MIG welding and working with stainless steel is a plus.
• Experience with powder coating, painting, powder coat operations, or sandblasting is beneficial.
• Experience with material handling, loading, and unloading trucks.
• Ability to read and work from blueprints, schematics, or basic electrical assembly documentation is a plus.
• Experience in coating operations or related finishing processes is advantageous.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Why Work Here?You join a growing manufacturing organization that invests in developing its employees and promotes from within, offering clear opportunities for advancement over time. Once you transition to permanent status, you receive a raise that reflects your contributions and commitment. The operation offers consistent overtime opportunities, allowing you to increase your earnings while working in a stable, established production environment. You work alongside a supportive team that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement, creating a workplace where your effort and reliability are recognized. Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a clean, nonclimate-controlled manufacturing facility in Olathe, Kansas, within a large, state-of-the-art production center dedicated to power generation equipment and metal components. The environment is fast-paced and production-driven, with employees standing and moving throughout the work area for extended periods while handling metal parts and operating paint line and material handling equipment. Team members frequently lift, carry, push, pull, and position materials up to 50 lbs, bend, stoop, crouch, reach, and reposition themselves during the shift. Work is performed around industrial machinery, paint line conveyors, and finishing processes such as powder coating and sandblasting. Employees must maintain visual focus to identify parts, read work orders, and inspect products, and are required to wear appropriate PPE in designated production areas to ensure safety. Attire is typical of a manufacturing environment, with practical work clothing suitable for physical tasks and PPE worn as required. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of OLATHE, KS. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of OLATHE, KS. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in OLATHE,KS.

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.