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Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

Join a dynamic manufacturing team in the plastic products industry, specializing in blown film production. Our facility in Hudson, WI, produces plastic wraps used in various sectors such as agriculture, medical, and manufacturing. As a general production worker, you will help operate one of the three blown film lines, engaging in a labor-intensive and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

+ Operate and load large plastic rolls, transforming them into smaller sizes.

+ Utilize shaft hoists for core loading, taping, and tagging.

+ Handle rolls and perform packaging/palletizing tasks.

+ Replace trims and switch barrels containing products.

+ Conduct quality control to identify defective products.

+ Load and maintain scrap conveyor systems.

+ Label, box, and load 50-pound plastic rolls.

+ Change cutting knives on machines.

+ Package rolls according to customer specifications and production standards.

+ Collaborate with other packers to keep production lines running smoothly.

+ Ensure correct counts and supplies per job specifications.

+ Report production defects to supervisors.

+ Assist in changeovers and setting up production lines.

+ Maintain a safe and clean work environment.

+ Adhere to OSHA requirements and standards.

Essential Skills

+ General labor experience.

+ Machine operation skills.

+ Experience with packaging and machine operating.

+ Knowledge of blown film and plastic extrusion.

+ Ability to use hand tools and operate machinery.

+ Basic math skills.

+ Experience in plastic injection is a plus.

+ Forklift operation skills.

+ Inspection and load management abilities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including every other weekend.

+ Essential reading and writing skills.

+ Preferred one year of experience in an industrial environment.

+ Experience with automated manufacturing equipment is a plus.

+ Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

+ Capacity to stand for 8-12 hours during shifts.

Why Work Here?

We offer competitive starting pay with additional differential for night shifts and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Enjoy 401K with company match, attendance bonuses, paid meal breaks, merit increases, and paid time off. Experience growth opportunities in a stable and safe work environment with a collaborative and positive team culture. Employees have the chance to earn up to $1,000 in potential bonus opportunities.

Work Environment

Our production facility requires adaptability to changing priorities and the ability to multitask. With recent expansions including a new machine, we are growing rapidly. The workspace is clean and well-maintained, though it can become warm during summers due to the non-climate-controlled environment necessary for resin melting. Overall, it is a supportive and updated workplace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hudson, Wisconsin.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/hr.

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 Hudson,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 2025.

About Aerotek:

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.