General Production Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

This role involves performing a variety of general production and material handling tasks in an industrial manufacturing environment. You will support powder coating and shot-blast operations, assist machine operators, and help ensure products meet quality and safety standards through careful handling, measurement, and packaging of parts. This role will pay $20 an hour and can start as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

• Follow all required training and instructions for the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) for each task.
• Lift materials and place hooks for powder coating and shot-blast operations using electric chain falls.
• Work from a 47-inch-high platform to guide assemblies onto load bars for powder coating and shot-blast processes while using fall prevention equipment.
• Use dual-action sanders to debur parts and remove debris to prepare them for further processing.
• Mark parts accurately using handheld dot peen or inkjet printers to ensure proper identification and traceability.
• Measure parts using micrometers, calipers, and tape measures, and record measurement data with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Move parts and materials safely using manual pallet jacks within the production area.
• Package parts using manual banding equipment to secure products for storage or shipment.
• Assist machine operators by placing materials and removing finished parts, ensuring a steady flow of work through the production line.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation by performing housekeeping duties such as sweeping and general cleaning.

Essential Skills

• Recent experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds safely and repeatedly during the shift.
• Ability to follow written instructions and understand verbal directions clearly.
• Strong reliability and dependability, including consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Previous experience working in an industrial environment with exposure to production processes.
• Ability and willingness to work 1st shift and adjust to shift requirements as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with powder coating or shot-blast operations is beneficial.
• Experience using hand tools such as dual-action sanders, micrometers, calipers, and tape measures.
• Comfort working at heights while using fall prevention equipment.
• Experience with manual pallet jacks and manual banding equipment.
• Attention to detail when marking, measuring, and recording data on parts.
• Strong focus on safety and adherence to established procedures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Auburn, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Auburn,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 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.

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.