General Production Worker

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General Production Worker - Tote Washer Job Description This role focuses on washing and sanitizing totes and containers used in a manufacturing environment. You will use hoses, brushes, and cleaning agents to ensure all totes are thoroughly cleaned and ready for use, while following safety and hygiene guidelines. You must be comfortable working in a wet environment and performing hands-on, physical tasks throughout your shift. Responsibilities Wash and sanitize totes and containers using hoses, brushes, and appropriate cleaning agents. Ensure all totes meet cleanliness and hygiene standards before returning them to production or logistics areas. Inspect totes for damage, wear, or defects and promptly report any issues to a supervisor. Operate cleaning equipment safely and in accordance with established procedures. Follow all safety, hygiene, and environmental protocols when handling and disposing of cleaning materials. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at all times. Collaborate with team members to ensure totes are cleaned and available in a timely manner to support operational needs. Assist with general production, packaging, assembly, inspection, and machine operation tasks as needed. Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively for cleaning or related production activities. Support overall production workflow by performing general labor duties as assigned. Essential Skills Experience performing general labor or production work in an industrial or manufacturing environment. Ability to wash and sanitize totes and containers using hoses, brushes, and cleaning agents. Comfort working in a wet environment and performing physically demanding, hands-on tasks. Basic experience with hand tools and power tools. Ability to operate cleaning equipment in line with safety and hygiene guidelines. Attention to detail when inspecting totes for damage or wear and reporting issues. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, including safety and sanitation protocols. Strong teamwork skills and reliability in supporting production and logistics needs. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in general production, assembly, or packaging environments. Experience in machine operation or equipment handling. Exposure to forklift operations in a production or warehouse setting. Experience with inspection tasks to ensure product or equipment quality. Familiarity with working in manufacturing facilities, especially those involving paints, chemicals, or similar products. Why Work Here? You will join a production team that values reliability, safety, and teamwork, offering the opportunity to build hands-on skills in a stable manufacturing environment. The role provides consistent, practical work where your attention to detail and strong work ethic directly support smooth operations. You will gain experience with industrial cleaning processes, production workflows, and equipment, creating a solid foundation for future growth in manufacturing and logistics. Work Environment You will work in a paint manufacturing facility that involves regular exposure to water, cleaning agents, and industrial equipment. The role requires comfort working in a wet environment while using hoses, brushes, hand tools, and power tools. You will spend most of your time on your feet in a production setting, moving totes and containers, and working around machinery and packaging areas. The workspace emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and adherence to safety and hygiene procedures, with a focus on maintaining a safe and efficient production floor. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Salem, OR. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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 Salem,OR.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 27, 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.

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.