General Laborer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Laborer
Job Description

This role supports a paint manufacturing facility by performing a wide range of hands-on tasks across production, cleaning, material handling, and equipment operation. You will help keep operations running smoothly by cleaning totes and barrels, moving materials, printing labels, and assisting in multiple production processes while following strict safety and quality procedures.

Responsibilities

• Clean totes and barrels thoroughly using appropriate tools, chemicals, and procedures to ensure they are ready for reuse.
• Print and apply labels accurately to containers, ensuring all information is correct and legible.
• Move barrels and other containers safely around the facility using appropriate equipment and safe lifting techniques.
• Perform general labor tasks to support production, packaging, and cleaning activities as needed.
• Operate production assets safely and follow established procedures and work instructions.
• Perform daily production tasks, including basic preventative maintenance and process data collection.
• Report any safety, quality, or operational issues promptly to the appropriate leader or supervisor.
• Help ensure production targets are met while maintaining required quality standards.
• Issue Corrective Action Reports (CAR) or Hazard reports when necessary to address safety or quality concerns.
• Provide progress updates and participate in meetings to support communication and coordination.
• Assist in investigating health, safety, environmental (HSE) or quality issues and contribute to Continuous Improvement activities.
• Tank Wash: Clean portable tanks and related equipment using cleaning tools and chemicals, following all safety and handling guidelines.
• Tank Wash: Operate the automated tank washer machine in accordance with procedures.
• Pre-kit: Maintain storage of raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods in an organized and safe manner.
• Pre-kit: Operate a forklift to assist in obtaining and staging materials required for production.
• Pre-kit: Ensure proper disposal or reconditioning of empty containers in line with site procedures.
• Material Coordinator: Maintain storage of materials and support fill-off operators with timely material supply.
• Material Coordinator: Perform daily forklift inspections and operate the forklift to move materials for production.
• Fill Off: Transfer completed products into containers, ensuring correct fill levels and secure closures.
• Fill Off: Ensure all containers are properly labeled and documented according to requirements.
• Fill Off: Measure and weigh products accurately, checking for leaks or other defects before release.
• Fill Off: Complete batch tickets accurately and send finished containers to the shipping department.
• Batch Making: Add raw materials in the specified order and quantities, following batch instructions.
• Batch Making: Coordinate sample testing with Quality Control (QC) and adjust as directed.
• Batch Making: Maintain housekeeping standards in the batch making area and assist with other tasks as needed.
• Milling/Grinding Operation: Support milling and grinding operations as directed, following all safety and quality procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including regular housekeeping tasks across assigned areas.

• Experience performing general labor tasks in environments such as manufacturing, construction, production, or warehousing.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
• Forklift experience, including safe operation and daily inspection of equipment.
• Pallet jack experience for moving materials and products safely.
• Comfort with lifting and moving materials, including barrels and other containers, using proper lifting techniques.
• Experience in manufacturing, packing, assembly, cleaning, or general production environments.
• Strong attention to detail when labeling, measuring, weighing, and documenting products.
• Ability to follow established safety procedures and production instructions consistently.
• Capability to operate automated equipment, such as an automated tank washer, after training.
• Willingness to report safety, quality, or operational issues promptly and accurately.

• Experience working in a paint, chemical, or similar manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with preventative maintenance and basic equipment checks.
• Experience with process data collection and documentation in a production setting.
• Exposure to Continuous Improvement activities and an interest in contributing ideas.
• Ability to coordinate with Quality Control for sample testing and product verification.
• Comfort working in multiple roles, such as tank wash, pre-kit, material coordination, fill-off, batch making, and milling/grinding operations.

The organization places safety as its top priority and fosters a culture where safe work practices are central to every task. Team members have the opportunity to grow their careers, as the company actively promotes from within for upper-level positions. You can build long-term experience in a stable manufacturing environment while gaining exposure to a variety of production operations and responsibilities.

Work Environment

This role is based in a paint manufacturing facility that operates with a strong focus on safety and quality. The environment includes production lines, tank wash areas, pre-kit and material storage zones, fill-off stations, batch making areas, and milling/grinding operations. You will work around industrial equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, automated tank washers, and various production assets. The work involves standing, walking, lifting, and handling materials throughout the shift, as well as working with cleaning tools and chemicals while following proper safety procedures. The setting is a hands-on, industrial environment where cleanliness, organization, and adherence to procedures are essential.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Salem, OR.

The pay range for this position is $20.50 - $20.50/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 Salem,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 9, 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.