General Production Worker/ Immediate Hiring

Job Title: General Production Worker- $17 and above

Job Description

This role supports a high-volume wood products production operation by performing hands-on tasks such as drilling, assembling, inspecting, and moving lumber materials. You will use hand and power tools to build and finish wood mats according to production specifications while maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient work area.

Responsibilities

• Drill precise holes into wood mats according to detailed production specifications and measurements.
• Insert wood plugs or bits into pre-drilled holes and securely fasten them using a sledgehammer.
• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality, accuracy, and production standards.
• Handle, lift, and move lumber materials throughout the production process in a safe and efficient manner.
• Operate hand tools and power tools properly and safely to complete daily production tasks.
• Use measuring tools such as tape measures to verify dimensions and ensure correct placement of components.
• Support general labor and production activities, including repetitive and labor-intensive tasks as needed.
• Assist with basic carpentry-related tasks associated with wood mat construction and assembly.
• Follow all safety guidelines and procedures while working on the production floor.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including regular cleanup of wood shavings and debris.
• Meet production deadlines by working efficiently and coordinating with team members.
• Operate or assist with forklifts or other material-handling equipment if trained and authorized.

Essential Skills

• Experience using hand tools and power tools in a production, construction, or similar environment.
• Ability to perform repetitive, labor-intensive work, including heavy lifting and material handling.
• Basic carpentry or construction experience working with lumber or wood products.
• Comfort operating and handling power tools safely and efficiently.
• Ability to read and follow production specifications and measurements using tools such as tape measures.
• Capability to work safely around machinery and tools while following established safety procedures.
• Willingness to work on a production floor environment that can be dusty, warm in summer, and cold in winter.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Forklift experience or certification is a plus.
• Bilingual communication skills are a plus.
• Prior experience in general labor, general production, or construction environments.
• Experience with inspection or quality checks in a manufacturing or production setting.
• Familiarity with labor-intensive, fast-paced production work.

Why Work Here?

Employees join a stable, profitable, and safety-focused company that offers consistent full-time hours and the opportunity to earn benefits and insurance upon becoming a permanent team member. The organization operates as an employee-owned company, giving team members a sense of ownership and long-term investment in the business. The culture emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork, creating an environment where hard work and commitment are recognized and rewarded.

Work Environment

The role is based on a production floor that is well organized and generally clean, with wood shavings that can create a dusty atmosphere at times. The temperature can be warmer in the summer and colder in the winter, so employees should be comfortable working in varying seasonal conditions. The work is physically demanding and labor intensive, involving heavy lifting, repetitive tasks, and regular use of hand and power tools, as well as potential use of forklifts or other material-handling equipment. Safety practices are a core part of the daily routine, and the environment supports efficient, high-volume production of wood products.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, IL.

The pay range for this position is $17.60 - $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 fully onsite position in Phoenix,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 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.