General Production Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Production Worker
Job Description

This role focuses on end-to-end manufacturing of magnet wire products on fully automated, continuous production lines. You will prepare raw materials, monitor automated equipment, and ensure product quality from start to finish. The work is primarily light on the body, with the machines performing most of the physical tasks while you oversee operations, maintain accurate documentation, and move materials safely throughout the facility.

Responsibilities

• Handle raw materials by staging and preparing them for production according to specifications.
• Load production lines by feeding raw wire into the equipment as required to maintain continuous operation.
• Review and interpret specification sheets to set up machines correctly and make adjustments when needed.
• Operate automated production machinery and monitor its performance throughout the shift.
• Troubleshoot basic mechanical and operational issues on the line to minimize downtime.
• Pull in-process enamel samples and perform quality checks to verify compliance with specifications.
• Read and interpret information on HMI touchscreens to monitor line status and ensure consistent product quality.
• Document all required in-process updates and production information by hand in an accurate and timely manner.
• Use an overhead crane to move finished spools of wire safely and efficiently.
• Operate a forklift approximately 15% of the time to transport raw materials and finished products within the facility and to the warehouse.
• Support general production tasks such as packaging, inspection, and assembly as needed.
• Use hand tools and basic mechanical skills to support machine operation and minor adjustments.
• Follow all safety procedures, maintain a clean work area, and contribute to a safe, organized production environment.
• Work 12-hour shifts on a 2/2/3 schedule and maintain reliable attendance and strong performance throughout the contract and after conversion.

Essential Skills

• Ability to work safely and independently without constant supervision.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds repetitively during a 12-hour shift.
• Ability and willingness to work 12-hour shifts on a 2/2/3 schedule.
• Openness to being trained on forklift operation; prior forklift experience is not required.
• Strong tenure and stability in previous employment history.
• Ability to read, write, and understand written work orders in English.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, warehouse, construction, general labor, or production environments.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort working with machines and automated equipment.
• Ability to perform quality inspection and follow established procedures.
• Comfort working in a traditional manufacturing environment that can be loud and warm in some areas.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience as a machine operator, production worker, or general production worker.
• Experience using a tape measure and reading simple measurements.
• Experience with assembly or assembly line work.
• Experience with packaging, packing, loading, and general material handling.
• Prior forklift certification or experience operating a forklift (preferred but not required).
• Experience with inspection and quality checks in a manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with hand tools and basic troubleshooting of mechanical issues.
• Mechanical inclination and comfort working with continuous, automated production lines.
• Experience reading blueprints or basic technical documentation.
• Strong soft skills, including reliability, communication, and willingness to learn and be trained.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a clean, growing manufacturing environment with strong opportunities for both career and financial advancement. The organization offers weekly pay after conversion, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, and 11 paid holidays starting immediately upon full-time conversion. Pay increases are structured at 6 and 12 months after conversion, with earnings progressing over the first year. Employees receive paid breaks while on site, and four paid vacation days become available six months after conversion. A 90-day attendance incentive program offers a $100 gift card for perfect attendance, with reasonable allowances for jury duty, bereavement, pre-approved vacation, military leave, and plant closures. The culture supports long-term tenure, training for less experienced candidates, and advancement in a non-union environment within a growing industry.

Work Environment

The facility is a very clean, traditional manufacturing environment with automated, continuous production lines that handle most of the physical work. Some areas of the plant can be loud and hot depending on the department, and employees should be comfortable working in these conditions. The site is expanding, with plans to enlarge the warehouse and install new production lines, reflecting a stable and growing operation. Work is performed on 12-hour shifts using a 2/2/3 schedule, with a first shift from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and a third shift from 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Employees use overhead cranes, forklifts, HMI touchscreens, and standard hand tools as part of daily operations. The environment emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and consistent production, with an expectation of appropriate industrial work attire suitable for a manufacturing setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Franklin, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.11 - $22.36/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Franklin,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 8, 2026.

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.

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.

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.