General Laborer

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General Laborer Job Description The General Laborer maintains a clean, safe, and debris‑free environment across transfer decks, mezzanines, and automation zones, including conveyors, lifts, shuttles, palletizing cells, and scanners and sensors. This role directly supports equipment uptime and safety by removing debris, cleaning floors and equipment according to established sanitation standard operating procedures, and coordinating with maintenance and operations teams to schedule cleaning during automation downtime. Responsibilities Maintain a clean, safe, and debris‑free environment on transfer decks, mezzanines, and within automation zones such as conveyors, lifts, shuttles, palletizing cells, and scanners and sensors. Remove debris, spillage, and waste from around and under machinery and automation equipment to support safe and efficient operations. Clean floors, equipment, and automation components in accordance with sanitation standard operating procedures and site standards. Use industrial cleaning tools, including scrubbers and vacuums, to thoroughly clean assigned areas and equipment. Coordinate with maintenance and operations teams to schedule cleaning activities during automation downtime to minimize disruption. Spend approximately 50% of the time on rollers, chest down, cleaning confined spaces and checking automation tracking tape. Spend approximately 50% of the time walking inside automation stations, picking up spillage and debris, and wiping down automation equipment. Follow lockout/tagout procedures and other safety protocols when cleaning around and under machinery and automation systems. Report hazards, unsafe conditions, and equipment issues clearly and promptly to the appropriate personnel. Use hand tools and an electric pallet jack as needed to support cleaning and general labor tasks. Work safely in areas with frequent stairs and continuous walking on transfer decks and mezzanines, adapting to varying warehouse conditions. Maintain accurate adherence to sanitation procedures and contribute to overall site cleanliness and organization. Essential Skills Experience in general labor and industrial cleaning in a warehouse or similar environment. Ability to clean around and under machinery and automation equipment safely and effectively. Knowledge of and ability to follow sanitation standard operating procedures and site standards. Familiarity with lockout/tagout procedures when working around automated and mechanical equipment. Ability to use industrial cleaning tools such as floor scrubbers and vacuums. Mechanical aptitude to work safely during automation downtime and around moving equipment. Ability to operate an electric pallet jack safely. Experience using hand tools for basic cleaning and maintenance support tasks. Capability to work in confined spaces, including spending extended periods on rollers in a chest‑down position. Physical ability to walk frequently, climb stairs, and work on transfer decks and mezzanines for extended periods. Clear verbal communication skills and the ability to report hazards and issues promptly. Comfort working in varying warehouse conditions, including cooler and warm areas. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience working in an automation warehouse or highly mechanized facility. Familiarity with a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Previous experience in roles involving sanitation, industrial cleaning, or automation support. Willingness to work night or weekend shifts as assigned. Why Work Here? You will join a developing automation warehouse where your work directly supports safety and operational excellence, while benefiting from above‑market pay and clear opportunities for growth. The organization invests in your long‑term development through tuition reimbursement and advancement pathways, creating a supportive environment where you can build skills, expand your career, and contribute to an innovative, technology‑driven operation. Work Environment The role is based in a warehouse environment with conditions that vary by zone, including cooler and warm areas. You will frequently use stairs and spend significant time walking on transfer decks and mezzanines. Work is performed in and around automation zones, including conveyors, lifts, shuttles, palletizing cells, and scanners and sensors. The position involves working in confined spaces, often on rollers in a chest‑down position, as well as walking inside automation stations to remove spillage and debris and wipe down equipment. Industrial cleaning tools such as scrubbers and vacuums, hand tools, and an electric pallet jack are used regularly. Shifts are scheduled during evening and overnight hours, with options that include multi‑day weekday and weekend schedules, and work is performed during automation downtime to support safe operations. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ottawa, KS. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $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 Ottawa,KS.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 28, 2026. 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.

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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.

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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.