General Production Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

We are hiring for material handlers and machine operators on 2nd and 3rd shift. Looking for individuals with previous forklift operating experience within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety in all tasks performed.
• Organize work orders to ensure efficient material processing.
• Transport material throughout the warehouse using forklifts and cranes.
• Set up machines by selecting appropriate nozzles, setting speeds, and feeds.
• Measure material using calipers, micrometers, and tape measures.
• Verify that source materials processed are correct in location and type.
• Conduct first piece and in-process inspections in line with quality sampling plans.
• Stack and sort finished products for packaging.
• Pack and protect materials for shipment.
• Clean saws according to maintenance procedures.
• Perform additional warehouse duties as directed by the supervisor.

Essential Skills

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• History of working safely and productively.
• Experience in warehouse, material handling, and forklift operation required.
• Previous machining or related experience strongly preferred.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to read and understand English for work instructions.
• Basic math skills for converting decimals and fractions, and using tape measures and calipers accurately.
• Dependable, punctual, and collaborative team player.
• Willingness to work required overtime.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, construction, landscaping, or general labor is preferred.
• Open attitude to cross-training and taking on necessary tasks.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy competitive wages and bonuses, including two bonus programs. Benefit from the best medical insurance coverage with low co-pays, deductibles, and weekly contributions. Access dental and vision insurance, employer-paid life and disability insurances, flexible spending, and health savings accounts. Take advantage of a 401(k) Plan with 100% employer matching contributions. In addition, enjoy amenities such as free coffee, a full onsite gym with locker rooms, a billiard room, golf simulator, basketball court, and an outdoor patio and eating area.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Southington, CT.

The pay range for this position is $22.54 - $27.87/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Southington,CT.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 6, 2026.

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.

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.

Company Description

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.