2nd Shift General Production Worker

Job Title: 2nd Shift General Production Worker

NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED

$19.50/Hour

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Job Description

This 2nd shift General Production Worker role supports key manufacturing operations, including sanding, hydro, and washing processes for aluminum cylinders. You will handle parts throughout the production line, operate and tend machinery, and assist with loading, unloading, and packaging products. The position offers cross-training across multiple departments, providing variety in daily tasks and the opportunity to develop broad manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload products onto and from machines in the sanding, hydro, and washing operations.
• Handle aluminum cylinders of various sizes throughout the production process.
• Palletize finished products safely and efficiently for storage or shipment.
• Apply labels accurately to products and packaging according to specifications.
• Tend and monitor machines to ensure proper operation during production.
• Follow established manufacturing procedures and work instructions.
• Maintain a consistent work pace in a fast-paced production environment.
• Take direction from supervisors and trainers and apply feedback to daily tasks.
• Learn and perform tasks in multiple departments through cross-training.
• Adhere to safety guidelines when working around machinery and industrial equipment.
• Lift and move products weighing 30–50 lbs consistently throughout the shift.
• Assist with unloading racks, including occasional work outside when required.

Essential Skills

• Ability to consistently lift 30–50 lbs throughout a 10-hour shift.
• At least 6 months of manufacturing or warehouse experience.
• Comfort working in a manufacturing environment and around industrial machinery.
• Ability to focus and maintain productivity in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness and ability to take direction and learn new processes.
• Reliability in working a 2nd shift schedule, Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., with occasional Saturday work of up to 6 hours.
• Basic aptitude for general labor, machine operating, and machine tending tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience as a general laborer in a manufacturing setting is beneficial.
• Experience with part handling, palletizing, or labeling is an advantage.
• Flexibility to work occasional Saturday shifts as production needs require.
• Ability to adapt to different departments and tasks through cross-training.
• Comfort working in varying temperatures, including warm or hot conditions inside the facility.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a contract-to-hire path, giving you the chance to grow into a long-term role based on performance and reliability. You will gain hands-on experience in a modern manufacturing environment and receive cross-training in multiple departments, expanding your skills and future career options. The facility values hard work, adaptability, and a willingness to learn, creating an environment where dedicated team members can develop and advance.

Work Environment

This role is based in an industrial, fast-paced manufacturing facility that produces aluminum cylinders ranging from approximately 3 lbs to 60 lbs, with most products in the 3 to 25 lb range. You will work around active machinery and production equipment in sanding, hydro, and washing operations. The schedule is 2nd shift, Monday through Friday from 2:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. (10-hour shifts), with occasional Saturday shifts of up to 6 hours as needed. The environment can be warm or hot, especially when outside temperatures are high, and roll-up doors are opened to improve airflow. At times, racks may be unloaded outside, so bringing warm clothing such as a jacket or sweatshirt is recommended for cooler conditions. The facility emphasizes safety, productivity, and teamwork in a busy production setting.

Virtual Meeting link: Bridget O'Connor Meeting Link

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Garden Grove, CA.

The pay range for this position is $19.50 - $19.50/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 Garden Grove,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.