General Laborer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: General Laborer

Pay: $20 - $26 an hour

Job Description

This role focuses on carefully wrapping painted parts and cabs in protective packaging materials to ensure safe transport between a new assembly facility and various plants. You will help reduce damage and rework by following and improving packaging standards, working closely with the team to refine processes as operations grow. The position requires consistent physical activity, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to reliability and quality in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Wrap painted parts and cabs in appropriate packaging materials to protect them during transport between facilities and plants.
• Handle and lift parts and materials regularly, including lifting up to 35 pounds consistently throughout the shift.
• Load, unload, and move packaged parts safely to designated areas for transport or storage.
• Support the creation, refinement, and documentation of packaging processes and standards for the new assembly facility.
• Follow written and verbal instructions accurately to ensure proper packaging methods and flow.
• Inspect parts and packaging for potential damage or issues and take corrective action to minimize rework.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with manufacturing and safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to implement feedback and process improvements.
• Meet production expectations while maintaining a high level of quality and attention to detail.
• Demonstrate excellent attendance and punctuality to support consistent production and workflow.

Essential Skills

• Experience in general labor or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to consistently lift up to 35 pounds while handling parts and packaging materials.
• Comfort with packing, packaging, and production-related tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to follow instructions and collaborate with the team.
• Ability to load, move, and position parts safely and efficiently.
• Adaptability and openness to feedback and change as processes are fine-tuned.
• Demonstrated excellent attendance record and reliable work history.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a production, packaging, or loading role.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment with standardized processes.
• Comfort working with evolving procedures and contributing ideas for process improvement.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing operation with clear opportunities for advancement, including the potential for multiple pay increases within your first year of direct employment. The organization offers strong benefits and promotion opportunities, supporting long-term career growth and stability. Shift premiums are available, including additional compensation for second shift and weekend schedules, providing flexibility and added earning potential.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing and assembly setting at facilities such as IPP (Mayflower) or ASY (American Drive). You will work around painted parts, packaging materials, and production equipment in an active plant environment. The role involves standing, lifting, and moving throughout the shift. Standard schedules include first shift (5:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday), second shift (2:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., Monday through Thursday), and weekend shift (5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Friday through Sunday), with the weekend schedule offering 36 hours of work with pay for 36 hours. The environment emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork while supporting consistent production flow.

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

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

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 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.