General Production Worker

Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

The General Production Worker supports manufacturing operations by performing a variety of production and assembly tasks in departments such as wood cutting, wood assembly, material handling, corrugated, pulp, dock work, foam assembly, and foam cutting. You will use hand and power tools to help build crates and packaging for a wide range of industries, following established procedures to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all company safety and quality policies at all times.
• Follow established ISO work instructions and standard operating procedures as applicable to the assigned department.
• Complete assigned manufacturing and assembly tasks using specified equipment within the allotted time.
• Monitor and handle materials carefully to minimize scrap and waste.
• Process scrap material for recycling in accordance with company guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and equipment at all times, following 5S standards.
• Operate production equipment and tools according to manufacturer’s guidelines and safety requirements.
• Report safety concerns, quality issues, and maintenance needs promptly to the supervisor.
• Participate in cross-training initiatives in other departments to support business goals and improve versatility.
• Use hand and power tools, tape measures, and other basic equipment to perform cutting, assembly, packing, and packaging tasks.
• Work effectively as part of a team to meet production targets and maintain high quality standards.
• Contribute to a fast-paced manufacturing environment by staying focused and dedicated to task completion.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and short written correspondence.
• Ability to perform basic math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure.
• Comfortable and proficient using hand tools and power tools in a production environment.
• Experience with general labor, production, assembly, packing, packaging, and machine operation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Team-oriented mindset with strong collaboration skills.
• Dedication to completing tasks safely, accurately, and on time.

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

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $18.00/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 Worcester,MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 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.