General Production Worker

Job Title: General Production Worker

Pay $20

Entry level

Job Description

This role involves supporting production operations in an industrial environment by handling materials, preparing parts for powder coating and shot blasting, assisting machine operators, and maintaining a clean and safe work area. You will work on the production floor performing a variety of hands-on tasks that require attention to detail, adherence to safety procedures, and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow training related to personal protective equipment (PPE) required for each task.
• Lift materials and place hooks for powder coating and shot-blast operations using electric chain falls.
• Stand on a 47-inch high platform to guide assemblies onto load bars for powder coating and shot-blast operations while using fall prevention equipment.
• Use dual-action sanders to deburr parts and remove debris from surfaces.
• Mark parts accurately using handheld dot peen devices or inkjet printers.
• Measure parts and record data using micrometers, calipers, and tape measures.
• Move parts safely using manual pallet jacks.
• Package parts using manual banding equipment to prepare them for shipment or further processing.
• Assist machine operators by placing materials and removing finished parts, without operating the machines directly.
• Perform housekeeping duties such as sweeping and cleaning the workstation to maintain a safe and organized work area.

Essential Skills

• Recent experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Reliable work habits and the ability to respond to verbal direction on the production floor.
• Previous experience in an industrial environment.
• Ability to work 1st shift.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Comfort working with hand tools and basic production equipment such as sanders, pallet jacks, and banding tools.
• Ability to read measurements and use micrometers, calipers, and tape measures.
• Attention to detail when marking, measuring, and packaging parts.
• Commitment to safety practices, including proper use of PPE and fall prevention equipment.
• Willingness to assist others on the team and support machine operators.

Why Work Here?

You join a production team in a structured industrial setting where safety, reliability, and teamwork are valued. The role offers consistent shift-based work, clear expectations, and the opportunity to build practical skills in manufacturing processes, material handling, and quality checking. You gain hands-on experience with production equipment and measurement tools while contributing directly to the smooth flow of operations on the shop floor.

Work Environment

The position is based in an open industrial building with active production operations. Work is performed on the shop floor around machinery, materials, and production equipment, including platforms and fall prevention systems. Shifts include 1st shift from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 2nd shift from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with tasks that involve standing, lifting, and moving materials throughout the day. Employees use tools such as electric chain falls, dual-action sanders, manual pallet jacks, manual banding equipment, and measurement devices, and are expected to follow all safety and PPE requirements appropriate to each task.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Auburn, MA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Auburn,MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 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.

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.