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Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

We are seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as General Production Workers, where you will play a vital role in machine operation, material handling, quality control, and electrical installation.

Responsibilities

+ Perform basic adjustments of equipment and keep machine clean and clear of clutter.

+ Produce materials through use of machines.

+ Troubleshoot operator and basic machine problems.

+ Measure and visually inspect sample products for surface and dimensional defects using calipers, gages, and templates.

+ Observe machine operation to detect product defects or machine malfunctions, adjusting machines within tolerances as necessary.

+ Read job orders to determine product specifications to plan operational sequences.

+ Position, load, and secure stock material required for production, manually or by using power-assisted equipment.

+ Perform essential receiving functions including unloading trucks, identification of material, quality and quantity inspection, and stocking to warehouse shelves.

+ Verify receipt quantity against packing list and purchase order, immediately report discrepancies to freight carrier, Receiving Clerk, and Purchasing Agent.

+ Inspect incoming freight, annotate visible and/or possible internal damage on shipment documents, and work with QC team.

+ Safely put materials away in assigned locations.

+ Process direct and indirect material requisitions from each worksite, shipping components in a timely manner, striving for a high level of accuracy.

+ Perform essential shipping functions for Parts Department orders including preparing accurate freight quotes, pulling inventory, packaging freight orders, preparing shipping documents, shipping material, and maintaining/publishing outbound shipment logs.

+ Conduct daily inspections and audits to assure that all products manufactured meet high quality standards and customer specifications.

+ Complete necessary paperwork for non-conforming material and processes.

+ Verify that processes and procedures are followed during the manufacturing process.

+ Ensure that non-conforming processes and material are identified, corrected, and removed from the manufacturing process.

+ Maintain a safe working environment and strictly follow all policies and procedures.

+ Cross-train in different manufacturing locations.

+ Install, connect, and wire electrical components using basic knowledge of electrical concepts.

+ Assist in assembling, labeling, and pulling wires.

+ Connect wiring to lighting fixtures and/or power equipment.

+ Perform control panel assembly, wiring, and connections.

+ Complete testing and quality inspections using multimeter and other equipment.

+ Maintain a satisfactory high level of performance while following appropriate procedures and observing all pertinent safety rules and requirements.

Essential Skills

+ Strong mechanical skills and experience operating manufacturing large equipment.

+ Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Excel.

+ Good communication skills with strong attention to detail.

+ Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

+ Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.

+ Light electrical skills with basic knowledge of AC and DC currents.

+ Knowledge of basic hand tools.

+ Ability to read, write, and understand instructions, procedures, drawings, and blueprints.

+ Proficient in the use of all measuring devices.

+ Basic computer knowledge and Microsoft Office suite experience.

+ Ability to effectively communicate verbally or in writing to all departments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with freight shipping and UPS Worldship.

+ Ability to understand and apply basic blueprint theories.

+ Capable of making immediate, sound decisions.

Why Work Here

Join a team with a strong company history and enjoy great benefits. Opportunities for overtime and project work are available if desired, along with good working hours and a supportive team atmosphere.

Work Environment

Work in shed-like buildings with regular exposure to a manufacturing environment including noise, dust, and hot or cold temperatures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cresco, Iowa.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $24.00/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 Cresco,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 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.