General Production Worker

Job Title: General Production Worker – Injection Mold Operator

Job Description

This role supports the injection molding process by operating production equipment, handling polymer resin, and ensuring each molded helmet meets defined quality standards. You will work on a fast-paced production line, perform visual inspections, complete basic documentation, and collaborate closely with an injection mold technician to maintain safe, efficient, and accurate manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Load polymer resin into the injection molding machine according to established procedures.

• Monitor the injection molding process alongside the injection mold technician and promptly report any irregularities.

• Offload completed helmets from the machine at a high-paced rate (approximately one helmet every 70 seconds).

• Inspect each helmet for holes, defects, bubbles, and other visible imperfections, ensuring products meet quality standards.

• Record production counts using tally marks and document defective parts accurately.

• Use the provided tools to punch out and scrape excess plastic from ear holes and top holes on each helmet.

• Perform quick visual quality checks on every part and immediately communicate issues to the mold technician.

• Use RF scanning equipment to insert RF technology into each helmet and scan each item into the tracking system.

• Follow safety guidelines at all times, including the use of steel toe or composite toe shoes and adherence to manufacturing safety procedures.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support efficient production and safe operations.

Essential Skills

• Previous manufacturing experience, ideally working around production machinery.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining responsibility for product quality.

• Ability to stand for an entire 8–10 hour shift.

• Capability to perform repetitive tasks with consistent accuracy and attention to detail.

• Comfort using basic production tools and equipment, including RF scanners.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate clearly with team members.

• Steel toe or composite toe shoes, required for safety in the manufacturing environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Plastics or injection molding experience.

• Prior machine operation experience in a manufacturing setting.

• Strong focus on quality and willingness to report and help resolve production issues.

• Reliability in attendance and punctuality to support fixed shift schedules.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable manufacturing team that values safety, quality, and steady growth. The role offers full benefits, including health, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan, supporting both your well-being and long-term financial goals. Yearly performance evaluations provide clear feedback and opportunities for recognition and advancement. Structured shifts and a defined schedule help you plan your life outside of work while still offering overtime opportunities when available.

Work Environment

You will work in a manufacturing environment that is not temperature controlled but remains comfortable with the support of overhead fans. The role is hands-on and requires standing for most of the shift, frequent movement, and repetitive tasks at a fast pace. You will work around production machinery and use tools designed for punching and scraping plastic, as well as RF scanning equipment to track products. Steel toe or composite toe shoes are required as part of the safety dress code. Available shifts include a weekday schedule from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, with overtime as needed, and a weekend schedule from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Friday through Sunday, with a total of 36 paid hours including lunches.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plainfield, IN.

Pay and Benefits

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Plainfield,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 2, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.