General Production

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Production - 1st or 3rd - up to 20.75/hr

Job Description

This General Production role supports a metal stamping manufacturing operation by performing a variety of hands-on tasks, including material handling, basic machine support, and final inspection. You will work on-site as part of a small, dependable crew, helping to move raw and finished products, prepare items for shipment, and ensure quality standards are met. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with multiple shifts available and clear pathways to long-term employment and advancement.

Responsibilities

• Perform general labor tasks in a manufacturing and metal stamping environment.
• Operate and work safely near presses, benders, and shears under established procedures.
• Stack finished and raw products to feed equipment and support continuous production.
• Prepare finished goods for shipment, including staging, organizing, and securing materials.
• Inspect final parts for defects and verify they meet quality and specification requirements.
• Use basic math skills, such as adding and subtracting, to support production and inventory tasks.
• Lift, push, and pull materials and products weighing up to 40 pounds throughout the shift.
• Follow all safety guidelines, including the use of required steel toe footwear and proper attire.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area to support safe and efficient operations.
• Work reliably as part of a small crew where consistent attendance and punctuality are critical.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude by learning and supporting basic operation of production equipment.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to report issues or defects and support smooth workflow.
• Adapt to different general labor assignments as production needs change across shifts.

Essential Skills

• Ability to perform basic math, including adding and subtracting, to support daily production tasks.
• Capability to lift, push, and pull up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
• Manufacturing or industrial work experience, with at least 1 year of general production or similar experience preferred.
• Comfort working in a metal stamping and hardware manufacturing environment around presses, benders, and shears.
• Strong attention to detail to identify defects and ensure quality standards are met.
• Self-driven work ethic with the ability to stay focused and productive with minimal supervision.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality, especially in a small-crew environment where each person is critical.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn basic equipment and production processes.
• Ability to follow safety rules and wear required steel toe footwear.
• Ability to work full shifts on your feet in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in general labor, general production, or industrial environments.
• Comfort working near metal stamping equipment and related machinery.
• Willingness to work different shifts, including first and third shift options.
• Ability to adapt to a contract-to-hire arrangement with a 4-month initial duration.
• Strong work ethic, including being hard-working, dependable, and team-oriented.
• Ability to follow dress code requirements, including appropriate work attire and covered legs and ankles.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a strong total rewards package and a supportive environment focused on long-term growth. Once hired directly, you can access a comprehensive benefits program, including 401(k) with matching, health insurance options, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, and an employee assistance program. The company supports work-life balance with paid time off, flexible scheduling options, and employee discounts. You can benefit from a referral program, tuition reimbursement for continued education, and clear career advancement opportunities. The organization invests significantly in employee benefits, covering a large portion of benefit costs, and recognizes consistent attendance and performance through attendance rewards.

Work Environment

This role is fully on-site in a hardware manufacturing and metal stamping facility. You will work as part of a small crew where attendance and reliability are essential. The environment involves operating near presses, benders, and shears, handling metal components, and performing physical tasks such as lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 40 pounds. Multiple shifts are available, including first shift schedules such as Monday–Thursday 5:00 AM–3:00 PM and 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, as well as third shift 11:00 PM–7:00 AM. The position follows a contract-to-hire structure with an initial 4-month period. Steel toe footwear is required at all times, and proper work attire includes short sleeve shirts (no bare shoulders), no shorts or capris, and legs and ankles must be covered. The facility operates with a focus on safety, teamwork, and consistent production, offering a structured yet supportive industrial work setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Archbold, OH.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.75/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 Archbold,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 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.