General Laborer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Laborer
Job Description

We are looking for a dedicated General Laborer to join our team. This role involves working with wash/paint and inspection processes for glass products. The position offers a stable work schedule with the opportunity for growth and skill development. Candidates will be hired directly from their resume.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality painted glass products on time, safely, and at the lowest possible cost.
• Demonstrate respect, positivity, and a strong work ethic on the shop floor.
• Prepare paint for use on automated paint machines and hand-spraying equipment.
• Communicate with the tempering line and inspect products based on daily production schedules.
• Clean wet paint from glass edges and surfaces to ensure proper finish.
• Work closely with teammates to rack, cure, and bake newly painted glass pieces.
• Hand-spray small-volume or custom orders as needed.
• Create, retain, and catalog job-specific paint samples and touch-up paint bottles.
• Formulate small paint batches to accurately match customer-supplied master samples.
• Apply masks and layouts to create custom logos and designs.
• Incorporate remake requests and rush orders into the daily production schedule.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the paint area at the end of each shift.
• Operate and understand the function of ovens used to cure paint.
• Ensure proper spray patterns on paint machines.
• Change paper rolls on equipment as required.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of paint machines, components, and surrounding work areas.
• Read and interpret blueprints, bills of materials (BOMs), and specifications.
• Use inspection equipment to measure and evaluate products.
• Communicate any issues with prints, BOMs, or parts to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Manage inspection and packing material inventory.
• Assist with daily quality decision making by understanding quality standards and customer requirements.
• Ensure fabricated and painted laminated glass meets internal quality standards and customer specifications.
• Escalate daily quality questions or concerns as needed.
• Accept or reject finished products and communicate inspection results with the production team.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support the improvement of internal control systems.
• Independently address and resolve issues promptly.
• Assist with the Preventive Maintenance program as needed.
• Support other production areas when required.
• Organize and clean the inspection area at the end of each shift.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and specifications.
• Experience with inspection equipment such as tape measures, gauges, and templates.
• Capability to operate spray guns and tape measures.
• Experience in loading and unloading glass products.

• Previous experience in the furniture industry is beneficial.
• Understanding of quality standards that align with ASTM standards.

We offer an inclusive work environment that encourages growth and development. Employees benefit from a strong team culture that values respect and positivity. The company supports continuous improvement and provides opportunities for skill enhancement.

Work Environment

The work environment is dynamic and fast-paced, involving the use of spray guns, tape measures, and inspection equipment. The dress code allows for comfortable attire, provided it maintains professionalism. Headphones are permitted as long as communication with peers is not hindered. The position requires signing an employee handbook prior to starting work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Rapids, MI.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 Grand Rapids,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 25, 2026.

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.