General Production Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

This role supports day-to-day production operations by assisting with assembly, material handling, and general labor tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will work closely with machine operators, welders, and production staff to ensure products are assembled accurately, materials move efficiently through the shop, and the work area remains clean, organized, and safe.

Responsibilities

• Assist with assembling fence panels, metal components, and related manufactured goods according to production requirements and quality standards.
• Load, unload, stack, and move raw materials and finished products safely around the warehouse and production floor.
• Support machine operators, welders, and production supervisors with daily shop tasks and general labor as assigned.
• Use basic hand tools and equipment to complete assembly, packaging, and production tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Assist with packaging and packing finished products, ensuring items are properly labeled, secured, and prepared for shipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area by following shop maintenance routines and adhering to safety guidelines.
• Measure materials accurately using tools such as tape measures to ensure correct dimensions and proper fit during assembly.
• Operate or assist with operating production machinery and equipment as directed, following all safety procedures.
• Handle materials and products carefully to prevent damage while loading, unloading, and transporting within the facility.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and respond to changing priorities on the shop floor.

Essential Skills

• Ability to perform general production, general labor, and assembly tasks in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Experience or ability to assist with machine operating, including supporting operators with setup, feeding materials, or monitoring processes.
• Proficiency using basic hand tools safely and effectively for assembly and production work.
• Capability to use a tape measure accurately to verify dimensions and ensure correct measurements during fabrication and assembly.
• Physical stamina to stand for long periods, bend frequently, and lift heavy metal or manufacturing materials safely.
• Previous experience in warehouse, construction, or manufacturing labor is preferred, but motivated entry-level candidates with a strong work ethic may be considered.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and shop guidelines to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.
• Strong reliability and willingness to perform a variety of tasks, including packaging, loading, and general production support.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bilingual skills in English and Spanish are helpful for effective communication on the shop floor.
• Experience with forklift operation or material handling equipment is beneficial for moving materials and products.
• Familiarity with cleanroom or controlled production environments is a plus where applicable.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced setting with changing priorities and production demands.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team-oriented environment and take direction from supervisors and lead workers.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers the chance to grow within a stable organization that handles large, long-term projects, including major government and customer work. Once you transition to a permanent role, you receive 100% paid insurance, supporting your health and financial well-being. The workplace offers flexibility in scheduling at times, helping you balance work and personal commitments. You will be part of a team-oriented environment where hard work, reliability, and a strong work ethic are recognized and valued.

Work Environment

The role is based in a production and warehouse setting that operates at a fast pace, with exposure to both hot and cold conditions depending on weather and shop activity. Standard hours are 8-hour shifts from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Fridays, with potential requirements or expectations to work after hours and on weekends during peak periods. You will work around metal components, machinery, and material handling equipment, using tools such as hand tools and tape measures. The environment emphasizes safety, organization, and cleanliness, with an expectation that team members maintain a tidy work area and follow all safety guidelines while performing production, assembly, packaging, and material handling task

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Laurel, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $17.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Laurel,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 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.

\nCompany 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.

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.