General Production Worker

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General Production Job Description This role supports a fast-paced manufacturing facility that produces large cables for power applications. You visually inspect cables as they come off the production line, tag and identify defective product, move materials throughout the facility using a pallet jack, and assist in various areas of the plant. You help keep production running smoothly by palletizing, packing, cleaning, and stepping in where needed across the manufacturing environment. Responsibilities Perform visual inspection of cables as they come off the production line to ensure quality and identify defects. Tag broken or nonfunctional wire clearly so that it can be removed or reworked. Use a pallet jack to move raw materials, finished goods, and other items throughout the facility safely and efficiently. Palletize and pack materials according to production and shipping requirements. Assist in multiple areas of the manufacturing plant, including inventory, shipping, and production, as needed. Support general cleaning and housekeeping to maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work area. Follow all safety procedures when working around large industrial machinery and heavy materials. Work rotating 12-hour shifts, including nights and days, and support overtime needs as scheduled. Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to coordinate work and maintain production flow. Use basic computer skills, as needed, to support production, tracking, or machine operation tasks. Essential Skills Previous manufacturing experience. Ability to lift 50 pounds or more on a regular basis. Ability to work overtime, including some Saturdays, as required. Experience working in a general production or manufacturing environment. Ability to safely operate a pallet jack to move materials. Comfort working in a fast-paced, physically demanding setting. Willingness to work rotating 12-hour shifts (days and nights). Additional Skills & Qualifications Machine operating experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience with packing, production, or material handling. Basic computer skills and comfort being computer savvy. Bilingual communication skills. Ability to adapt to different tasks and assist in various departments as needed. Why Work Here? You join a growing organization that is actively expanding its facility and investing in its operations. The company offers significant opportunities for overtime, providing a chance to increase your earnings, along with a shift differential for working second shift. You work in an environment that values people who are willing to learn, take on new responsibilities, and move up over time. The culture supports development, cross-training, and advancement for those who show initiative and strong work ethic. Work Environment The facility manufactures large cables for power applications using a unique production process with very large, older industrial machinery. The environment is fast paced, with an inventory area, shipping department, and manufacturing department working closely together. The plant is currently undergoing expansion, and a newer manufacturing supervisory team leads daily operations. Temperatures can be hot in the summer and cold in the winter, so you should be comfortable working in varying conditions. The role follows a rotating 12-hour shift schedule: typically 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. on nights with some Saturdays, then rotating to 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on days for a period before returning to nights, averaging roughly 65 hours per week. Steel-toe footwear is required, along with long pants and work-appropriate attire, to support a safe and professional industrial work setting. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Valparaiso, IN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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 Valparaiso,IN.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 25, 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.