General Laborer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Laborer

Job Description

This role focuses on carefully wrapping and packaging painted parts and cabs to protect them during transport between a new assembly facility and various plant locations. You will help reduce damage and costly paint rework by applying packaging materials correctly and consistently. As the process is still being refined, you will actively contribute to establishing standards, provide feedback, and adapt to changes as procedures improve.

Pay: $21.23-1st shift and has 2nd or 3rd shift at a premium of $22-24 an hour

Responsibilities

• Wrap painted parts and cabs in appropriate packaging materials to protect them during transport between facilities and plants.
• Handle, lift, and position parts and materials safely and consistently, including lifting up to 35 pounds on a regular basis.
• Follow established packaging procedures and quality standards to minimize damage and reduce the need for paint rework.
• Assist in developing and refining packaging processes and standards as the new assembly facility ramps up operations.
• Load and prepare packaged parts for movement to other locations, ensuring items are secure and properly labeled when required.
• Work efficiently in a production and manufacturing environment to support consistent workflow and on-time movement of parts.
• Communicate clearly with team members and leadership using strong written and verbal skills to share updates, issues, and improvement ideas.
• Maintain excellent attendance and reliability to support steady production and transport schedules.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe, following all facility guidelines and safety practices.

Essential Skills

• Proven general labor experience in a production, manufacturing, or similar hands-on environment.
• Ability to consistently lift and move materials weighing up to 35 pounds.
• Experience with packaging, wrapping, or loading materials or products.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to follow instructions and share feedback.
• Demonstrated history of excellent attendance and reliability.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, production-focused environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in manufacturing or assembly operations.
• Experience in packaging or material handling in an industrial setting.
• Willingness to learn new processes and adapt to changes as standards are refined.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and support continuous improvement efforts.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing operation with clear opportunities for advancement and skill development. The role offers the potential for three pay increases in your first year of direct employment, along with excellent benefits and strong promotion opportunities. Multiple shift options, including a second shift premium and a weekend shift premium, provide flexibility and the chance to align your work schedule with your lifestyle. The culture emphasizes reliability, growth, and continuous improvement, giving you the opportunity to contribute ideas and help shape evolving processes.

Work Environment

You will work in an industrial manufacturing and assembly environment at modern facilities that support high-volume production and parts movement. The role involves standing, walking, lifting, and handling materials throughout the shift while wrapping and packaging painted parts and cabs. Schedules include a first shift from 4:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday, a second shift from 2:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Monday through Thursday, and a weekend shift from 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday through Sunday. The weekend shift includes a premium and is structured as a three-day workweek. You will work around typical manufacturing equipment and packaging materials, following all safety guidelines and wearing appropriate attire suitable for an active production floor.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Manitowoc, WI.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Manitowoc,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 2026.

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.

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.