General Production Worker

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General Production Worker Job Description The General Production Worker assembles and produces custom doors using a variety of tools and equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role involves operating machinery, handling materials, performing quality checks, and following production instructions while maintaining a strong focus on safety, accuracy, and teamwork. Responsibilities Assemble and produce custom doors according to production specifications and work instructions. Operate clamps, presses, sanders, nail guns, and other production equipment safely and efficiently. Use hand tools and power tools to complete assembly, finishing, and related production tasks. Read and interpret tape measurements and basic measurement markings to ensure accurate cuts and assembly. Utilize a computer to follow production orders, record information, or access job-related instructions as needed. Perform basic inspection of materials and finished products to ensure quality standards are met. Handle, move, and position materials and products, consistently lifting up to 50 pounds throughout the shift. Follow safety procedures at all times, including the proper use of required personal protective equipment such as steel-toe footwear. Assist with packaging and preparation of finished products for shipment or storage. Support general labor tasks around the production area, including cleaning work areas and maintaining an organized workspace. Operate machinery and equipment in accordance with training and standard operating procedures. Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively to meet production goals and deadlines. Work scheduled hours Monday through Friday and every other Saturday as required to support production needs. Why Work Here? Join a stable manufacturing environment where hands-on skills and practical experience are highly valued and rewarded. You will work with a supportive team that appreciates reliable, hard-working individuals and offers consistent hours with opportunities to learn new tools and processes. The role provides the chance to build and refine trade-related skills such as assembly, woodworking, and machine operation, creating a strong foundation for long-term growth in manufacturing and production. Work Environment This role is based in a production and manufacturing facility focused on custom door fabrication. You will work on-site using equipment such as clamps, presses, sanders, nail guns, forklifts, and various hand and power tools, as well as computers for basic production tasks. The schedule runs Monday through Friday starting at 6:00 a.m., with required work every other Saturday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The environment is active and hands-on, requiring frequent standing, lifting, and moving of materials up to 50 pounds. Steel-toe footwear is required as part of the dress code to support a safe and compliant workplace. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Northwood, IA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.50 - $20.50/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 Northwood,IA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 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.