General Laborer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Labor – Production Support - 1st Shift 7am-3:30pm M-F - $16/hr

Job Description

This role supports a busy production environment by loading materials, assisting with cutting and finishing processes, and preparing finished products for shipment. You will work closely with machine operators, handle matboard and paper stock, and help ensure that all items meet quality standards and ship on time.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload matboard, paper stock, and printed materials onto cutting and finishing equipment.
• Assist machine operators with die cutting, bevel cutting, foil stamping, embossing, and related finishing processes.
• Measure and stage materials according to job specifications and work orders to keep production running smoothly.
• Stack, sort, and organize cut matboards, folders, and finished items for further processing or packaging.
• Perform basic finishing tasks such as trimming, deburring edges, folding, gluing, labeling, and packaging.
• Inspect finished products for quality, including verifying cut accuracy, alignment, and surface condition.
• Count, wrap, and prepare orders for shipment, including tasks such as shrink wrapping and polybagging.
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas and assist with general housekeeping on the production floor.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while working around cutting equipment and automated machinery.
• Collaborate with team members and operators to meet production goals and support efficient workflow.

Essential Skills

• Previous general labor experience in a hands-on work setting.
• Manufacturing or production experience working with materials, tools, or machinery.
• Ability to safely handle and work around cutting and finishing equipment after training.
• Capability to perform repetitive tasks such as loading, stacking, sorting, and packaging throughout the shift.
• Attention to detail when measuring materials and inspecting finished products for quality.
• Basic ability to use hand tools and power tools as required for trimming, deburring, and finishing tasks.
• Reliability in following work orders, instructions, and established safety procedures.
• Willingness and ability to work 1st shift with some overtime, including occasional early start times and Saturday work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Comfort working in a fast-paced production environment with changing priorities.
• Ability to stand, walk, lift, and move materials for the majority of the shift.
• Willingness to learn multiple finishing processes such as die cutting, bevel cutting, foil stamping, and embossing.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors; Spanish language skills are welcome.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to supporting team goals and production deadlines.

Why Work Here?

You join a production team that values reliability, teamwork, and hands-on skill development. The role offers steady daytime hours on a 1st shift schedule with opportunities for overtime, allowing you to grow your experience in manufacturing and finishing processes. You gain exposure to a variety of equipment and tasks, helping you build versatile skills that can support long-term career growth in a stable industrial environment.

Work Environment

This position is based on the production floor in a manufacturing environment. You work 1st shift, Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with some overtime that may start at 5:00 a.m. and occasional Saturday overtime from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The work involves standing for extended periods, moving between workstations, and handling materials such as matboard, paper stock, and printed items. You regularly work around cutting and finishing equipment, including machines used for die cutting, bevel cutting, foil stamping, embossing, and related processes, as well as hand tools and power tools for trimming and finishing. The environment is active and production-focused, with an emphasis on safety, cleanliness, and maintaining organized work areas.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wheeling, IL.

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $16.00/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 Wheeling,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 2026.

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.

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.