General Production Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Production Worker (Racker)

Job Description

The General Production Worker (Racker) prepares metal components for anodizing and powder coating by securely hanging, positioning, and removing parts from production racks. This role is critical to ensuring parts move efficiently through the finishing process while maintaining strict quality standards and preventing damage to finished products. It is well suited for someone who is detail-oriented, enjoys hands-on work, and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Hang and securely fasten metal parts on racks according to production specifications and quality requirements.
• Ensure parts are properly spaced and positioned to allow complete coating coverage during anodizing and powder coating operations.
• Remove finished parts from racks after processing while preventing scratches, dents, or other damage.
• Inspect parts before and after processing for defects, damage, or quality concerns, and report issues promptly.
• Load and unload racks from conveyor lines and staging areas to keep production flowing efficiently.
• Follow written work instructions, production schedules, and quality standards to ensure parts are processed correctly and on time.
• Assist with part preparation activities such as cleaning, masking, and packaging as needed to support production demands.
• Maintain racks, hooks, and fixtures to ensure they are clean, organized, and in proper working condition.
• Communicate quality or production issues clearly to supervisors and team members to support continuous improvement.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while adhering to company safety procedures and guidelines.
• Meet daily production goals while consistently maintaining high levels of quality and productivity.
• Support general production tasks such as packing, assembly, paint preparation, and other duties as assigned to meet operational needs.

Essential Skills

• Ability to stand on feet for an 8-hour shift in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Attention to detail when hanging, inspecting, and handling metal parts to prevent damage and ensure quality.
• Comfort working with production racks, conveyor lines, and basic manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions, production schedules, and quality standards.
• Strong awareness of safety practices in a shop environment, including maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in general production, general labor, or assembly work.
• Experience in machine operation or assembly line work.
• Experience with paint preparation or sandblasting processes.
• Exposure to cleanroom or medical device manufacturing environments.
• Experience with order pulling, packaging, and packing tasks.
• Forklift experience in a production or warehouse setting.
• Janitorial or facility upkeep experience in an industrial environment.
• Cooking or food preparation experience that demonstrates comfort with standing for long periods and working with equipment.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable, growth-oriented manufacturing environment that offers consistent full-time hours and a supportive team culture. You benefit from a structured shift schedule that supports work-life balance, along with clear opportunities for advancement as you develop your skills. The organization provides medical, dental, and vision benefits, as well as paid time off, creating a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being both at work and at home.

Work Environment

Work is performed in shop conditions that can exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit, requiring comfort in a warm industrial setting. The role involves working around production racks, conveyor lines, and finishing equipment used for anodizing and powder coating. Team members work full 8-hour shifts on a set schedule: We are hiring for a second shift 3pm-11:30pm and a third shift that is 11:30pm to 7:30am both are paying $19 an hour . The environment is fast-paced and hands-on, with an emphasis on safety, organization, and maintaining clean work areas. Appropriate work attire for an industrial shop environment is expected, including clothing and footwear suitable for physical tasks and safety requirements.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Blairsville, PA.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Contract to Hire position based out of Blairsville, PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Blairsville,PA.

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.