General Production Worker

Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

We are seeking material handlers and skilled bar saw operators to join our Operations Team in Southington, CT. The ideal candidate will have prior forklift experience. Ideal operators will have safely operated saws to cut materials to customer specifications, ensuring all safety and quality standards are met.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety in all tasks.
• Efficiently organize work orders to process materials.
• Transport materials throughout the warehouse using forklifts and cranes.
• Set up machines by selecting appropriate nozzles, setting speeds, and feeds.
• Measure materials using calipers, micrometers, and tape measures.
• Ensure processed materials are from the correct source and meet specifications.
• Conduct first piece and in-process inspections according to the quality sampling plan.
• Stack and sort finished products for packaging.
• Pack and protect materials for shipment.
• Clean saws following maintenance procedures.
• Perform additional warehouse duties as directed by the supervisor.

Essential Skills

• Experience in warehouse operations and material handling.
• Proficient in operating forklifts and cranes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Previous machining experience or related duties is strongly preferred.
• High level of attention to detail and ability to read and understand English.
• Basic math skills to convert decimals and fractions, and accurately use tape measures and calipers.
• Dependable, punctual, and capable of working well with others.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, construction, landscaping, or general labor is beneficial.
• Willingness to cross-train and perform various tasks.
• History of working safely and productively.
• Ability to lift 75 lbs or more.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy competitive wages and bonuses, with two bonus programs and the best medical insurance coverage available. Benefit from dental and vision insurance, employer-paid life and disability insurances, and flexible spending and health savings accounts. Our 401(k) plan includes a 100% employer matching contribution. The workplace features free coffee, a full onsite gym, locker rooms, a billiard room, a golf simulator, a basketball court, and an outdoor patio and eating area.

Work Environment

Work in a fast-paced, clean, and extremely safety-oriented environment. The role requires operating heavy machinery in a casual and comfortable dress code. Must be able to lift 75 lbs and operate effectively during the 2nd shift from 1:30 pm to 10:00 pm.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Southington, CT.

The pay range for this position is $22.54 - $27.87/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 Southington,CT.

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.