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General Laborer / Baler Job Description This entry-level general laborer/baler role offers a wide variety of internal growth opportunities within a fast-paced production environment. The position is ideal for a motivated, safety-focused, and mechanically inclined individual seeking a long-term career. The primary function of the role is to move and palletize pre-wrapped bundles of paper bags at the end of a bag production conveyor line, while supporting overall production and maintaining a clean, safe workspace. Responsibilities Follow production orders to stack 10-50 pound bundles of paper bags onto pallets in an accurate and efficient manner. Wrap bundles using tape to secure product for transport and storage. Use a manual pallet jack as needed to move pallets and materials around the production area. Sort and lift pallets to support smooth material flow and organization in the facility. Operate as a baler on 3-5 machine lines per shift, ensuring consistent output and quality. Perform general housekeeping duties to keep the production area clean, organized, and safe. Adhere to all safety and quality procedures and guidelines while performing daily tasks. Remain open and flexible to working day, swing, or graveyard shifts as required with proper notice. Carry out other duties as assigned to support production operations and team objectives. Essential Skills Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently throughout the shift. Ability to walk approximately 3-4 miles per shift in a production environment. Mechanical inclination and comfort working around production machinery. Willingness and desire to eventually move into a machine operator role. Openness to working day, swing, and graveyard shifts with proper notice. Strong focus on safety and quality in all tasks. Ability to perform manual labor for the duration of the shift. Capability to use a manual pallet jack safely and effectively. Ability to provide and wear steel-toed shoes as part of required attire. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in general labor, construction, production, or material handling is beneficial. Experience in loading and unloading materials is an advantage. Comfort working in a fast-paced production environment. Interest in long-term career growth within a production facility. Reliability, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn new tasks. Why Work Here? The facility offers clear upward mobility, with a proven track record of promoting from within—many leaders, including production and plant leadership, began in the baler role. All breaks are paid, including a paid 20-minute lunch and paid 10-minute break, supporting fair compensation for time on site. Once converted to a permanent role, employees join a union and gain access to comprehensive benefits such as paid time off, holidays, vacation days, floating holidays, retirement plans including pension and 401(k), and robust medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage. The culture emphasizes safety, career development, and long-term stability, creating an environment where dedicated employees can build a rewarding career. Work Environment The role is based in a very clean and safe production facility with a strong and visible focus on safety practices. Work takes place on a fast-paced production floor with conveyor lines and baling equipment, requiring regular walking and material handling throughout the shift. Employees may work day (7:00am-3:00pm), swing (3:00pm-11:00pm), or graveyard (11:00pm-7:00am) shifts, and must be open to all three with appropriate notice. The environment involves handling bundles of paper bags, operating manual pallet jacks, and maintaining housekeeping standards to keep the workspace organized. Steel-toed shoes are required as part of the dress code to support safe operations in the production area. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Beaverton, OR. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $23.80 - $23.80/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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Beaverton,OR.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 21, 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.