Job Description

General Production Worker

We are seeking a dedicated general production worker and material handler on 2nd and 3rd shift to join our Operations Team in Southington, CT. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and safely operating bar saws to cut materials as per customer orders or using a forklift to move product.

Responsibilities:

• Prioritize safety in all tasks.
• Organize work orders for efficient material processing.
• Transport materials throughout the warehouse using forklifts and cranes.
• Set up machines by selecting the appropriate nozzles, and setting speeds and feeds.
• Measure materials using calipers, micrometers, and tape measures.
• Verify that the source material processed is from the correct location and is the correct material.
• Conduct first piece and in-process inspections according to quality sampling plans.
• Stack and sort finished products for packaging.
• Pack and protect materials for shipment.
• Clean saws according to maintenance procedures.
• Perform additional warehouse duties as directed by the supervisor.

Essential Skills:

• Experience in warehouse operations, material handling, and forklift operation.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in manufacturing, warehouse, construction, landscaping, or general labor is preferred.
• High school graduate or equivalent is preferred.
• History of working safely and productively.
• Attention to detail and ability to read and understand English instructions.
• Basic math skills to convert decimals and fractions and to use tape measures and calipers accurately.
• Dependable, punctual, and capable of working well with others.
• Willingness to work required overtime.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous machining or related experience is strongly preferred.
• Open to cross-training and taking on any necessary tasks.

Why Work Here?

We offer competitive wages and bonuses, including two bonus programs, and the best medical insurance coverage with our Anthem plan featuring low co-pays, deductibles, and weekly contributions. Additional benefits include dental and vision insurance, employer-paid life insurance and disability insurances, Flexible Spending and Health Saving Accounts, and a 401(k) Plan with a 100% employer matching contribution. Our facility provides amenities such as free coffee, a full onsite gym and locker rooms, a billiard room and golf simulator, a basketball court, and an outdoor patio and eating area.

Work Environment:

Our work environment is fast-paced, clean, and extremely safety-oriented. Employees can wear casual and comfortable clothing. The position requires the ability to lift 75 lbs or more.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Southington, CT.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $22.54 - $27.87/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 Southington, CT.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 7, 2025.

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 meet 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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