General Production Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

This role supports daily production operations by safely handling materials, assisting with site preparation, and performing a variety of general labor tasks. You will work closely with team members and skilled tradespeople to ensure efficient workflows, maintain a clean and organized work area, and contribute to a safe and productive environment. Must be ok with lifting 50+ lbs.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, and organize materials, tools, and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Assist with site preparation, including setting up work areas, staging materials, and assembling basic equipment.
• Support daily setup and cleanup activities to ensure production areas remain orderly and ready for use.
• Operate hand tools and basic power tools safely and effectively as directed.
• Follow instructions from team members and skilled tradespeople to complete assigned tasks on time.
• Support production and assembly tasks as needed to keep workflows running smoothly.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment by following housekeeping and safety practices.
• Identify basic issues or obstacles in the work process and communicate them to the appropriate team members.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and procedures while handling materials and operating tools.

Essential Skills

• Experience in production, general labor, assembly, general production, warehouse, construction, manufacturing, or landscaping is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds or more as required by the role.
• Proficiency in material handling, including moving, loading, and organizing materials and equipment.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills to work effectively with others on-site.
• Good time management skills to complete tasks efficiently and meet deadlines.
• Basic problem-solving skills to address routine issues and support continuous workflow.
• Ability to operate hand tools and basic power tools safely and correctly.
• Reliability and willingness to perform a variety of physical tasks throughout the shift.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a labor-intensive environment such as warehouse, construction, manufacturing, or landscaping is highly beneficial.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced production setting with changing priorities.
• Willingness to learn new tasks and follow guidance from supervisors and skilled tradespeople.
• Attention to detail when handling materials, tools, and equipment.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to maintaining safety and cleanliness standards.

Why Work Here?

You will join a hands-on, collaborative environment where your contributions directly support smooth production operations. The role offers the opportunity to build practical skills in material handling, tool use, and general production while working alongside experienced team members. You can expect a supportive culture that values reliability, teamwork, and safety, with opportunities to learn, grow, and take on new responsibilities over time.

Work Environment

This position is based in a production setting that involves regular physical activity, including lifting, carrying, and moving materials up to 50 pounds or more. You will work around hand tools and basic power tools, as well as various production equipment, and will be expected to follow all safety procedures and use appropriate protective gear as required. The work environment is active and may involve standing, walking, and performing repetitive tasks for extended periods. Shifts and hours may vary based on operational needs, and the workspace emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and adherence to safety and housekeeping standards.

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

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in East Hartford,CT.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 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.