Production Worker 17.35+ ROMULUS 1ST SHIFT WAREHOUSE

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Worker Staging

Job Description

This role supports the final staging process in a mattress production facility. You work alongside the shipping team to place mattress units on carts, stage them accurately by following written directions and supervisor guidance, and prepare them for shipment. The position is physically active and team-oriented, requiring consistent lifting, movement, and attention to detail throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the final staging process for mattress units, ensuring each unit is correctly prepared for shipment.
• Place mattress units on carts and stage them in the proper order and location according to provided instructions.
• Work closely with the shipping team and follow supervisor directions to ensure accurate and timely staging and shipping of products.
• Lift and move mattress units weighing approximately 4050 pounds throughout the shift, often with a teammate.
• Flip mattress units overhead when placing them on the assembly line in designated positions.
• Read and interpret English instructions, including specific codes on law tags, to verify that the correct topper is matched with the corresponding mattress bottom.
• Maintain a steady work pace on the production or assembly line as part of a team that relies on each member to meet production goals.
• Stand, bend, twist, squat, and lift continuously for the duration of the shift.
• Follow all safety guidelines, including the use of required personal protective equipment such as safety glasses.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused environment by collaborating with partners and supporting the overall assembly and staging process.

Essential Skills

• Experience working on a production or assembly line, contributing as part of a team to maintain pace and build units efficiently.
• Ability to lift 4050 pounds consistently throughout the shift, often in coordination with a teammate.
• Capability to stand, bend, twist, squat, and lift for the entire duration of the shift.
• Ability to read and understand English to follow directions and interpret product codes and law tags accurately.
• Strong team mentality and a proactive, go-getter attitude to support a highly collaborative assembly environment.
• At least 1 year of tenure at the most recent position, or a solid reason for leaving previous roles.
• Comfort working on your feet for extended periods in a physically demanding role.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in general labor, general production, or similar manufacturing environments.
• Experience lifting materials and performing repetitive physical tasks in a warehouse or production setting.
• Inspection or quality checks within a production process.
• Demonstrated reliability and consistency in past employment.
• Willingness to occasionally work extended shifts of 1012 hours and occasional Saturdays when needed.

Why Work Here?

The company offers a stable, long-standing work environment with a strong sense of community and a family-oriented culture. Leadership maintains a visible presence on the production floor and shows appreciation through thoughtful gestures such as holiday turkeys or hams for all employees and annual bonuses for hourly team members. Employees enjoy special events like a summer barbecue and a holiday luncheon each year, fostering camaraderie and connection across the facility. The organization values loyalty, teamwork, and mutual support, creating a workplace where hard work and dedication are recognized and rewarded.

Work Environment

This position is based in a large, unionized production facility that is well lit and kept clean. The environment is not climate controlled, so temperatures can become warm during the summer and cooler in the winter, especially when dock doors are open, with large industrial fans used throughout the warehouse to improve airflow. The role is fully on-site and physically active, requiring you to be on your feet for most of the shift. Typical hours follow a first-shift schedule from Monday through Friday, generally around 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with some days extending to 1012 hours and occasional Saturday work communicated in advance. The dress code includes long pants, tennis shoes, and a T-shirt, with safety glasses provided by the company. The overall setting emphasizes safety, teamwork, and steady production in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

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

The pay range for this position is $17.35 - $17.35/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 Contract to Hire position based out of Romulus, MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Romulus,MI.

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.