Assembly Line Worker

Aerotek; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite role

Safety PPE provided

Contract to hire

Job summary

Aerotek in Lawrence, KS is hiring an Assembly Line Worker for a climate-controlled plastics facility. You will feed cups into production equipment, pack finished products, and inspect for defects to ensure quality throughout the shift.

This contract-to-hire position offers steady shifts (1st, 2nd, and 3rd) with onsite work and safety gear provided. You will stand for the full shift and may be asked to lift up to 30 lbs while maintaining pace and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Experience in a production or general labor setting.
• Experience packing/inspecting products.
• Excellent attention to detail to ensure quality.
• Ability to stand for the entire shift.
• Capable of lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Wears steel-toe shoes or boots as required.
• Flexible with different shifts.

Responsibilities

• Feed cups and product into equipment safely.
• Pack finished products per standards.
• Inspect for defects and report issues.
• Maintain consistent attention to quality across the shift.
• Follow safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Support general production tasks as needed.
• Stand and move continuously during the shift.

Skills

Production experience

Packing inspection

Attention to detail

Stand for shift

Lift up to 30 lbs

Safety footwear

Shift flexibility

Job description

Assembly Line Worker

This role involves working in a climate-controlled plastics manufacturing facility, supporting the production of plastic cups through feeding, packing, and inspecting activities. Assembly Line Workers contribute directly to efficient, high-quality output by handling materials, monitoring product quality, and maintaining a steady workflow. All shifts are still available!

Overview

This role involves working in a climate-controlled plastics manufacturing facility, supporting the production of plastic cups through feeding, packing, and inspecting activities. Assembly Line Workers contribute directly to efficient, high-quality output by handling materials, monitoring product quality, and maintaining a steady workflow. All shifts are still available!

Responsibilities

• Feed plastic cups and related product into production equipment in a safe and efficient manner.


• Pack finished products according to established standards and packaging specifications.


• Inspect products for defects, damage, or quality issues and remove or report nonconforming items.


• Maintain consistent attention to detail to ensure high-quality production throughout the shift.


• Follow all safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment, including steel toe shoes or boots.


• Support general production and general labor tasks as needed to keep the production line running smoothly.


• Stand and move continuously throughout the entire shift to perform production, packing, and inspection duties.

Essential Skills

• Proven ability to work in a production, general production, or general labor environment.


• Experience with packing and inspecting products in a manufacturing or similar setting.


• Strong attention to detail to identify defects and ensure product quality.


• Ability to stand for the entirety of the shift without difficulty.


• Capability to lift up to 30 lbs safely and repeatedly.


• Willingness and ability to wear steel toe shoes or boots as required.


• Flexibility to work different shifts and accept two consecutive days off that may not fall on Saturday and Sunday.

Why Work Here?

Employees join a stable, climate-controlled manufacturing operation where they can build hands‑on experience in production, packing, and quality inspection. The environment supports consistent scheduling with dedicated shifts, offering the opportunity to develop reliable work habits and grow skills in a structured, team‑oriented setting.

Work Environment

The role is based in a plastics manufacturing facility that is climate controlled, providing a comfortable temperature throughout the year. Work is performed on the production floor, where employees stand for the duration of their shift and engage in active, hands‑on tasks such as feeding product, packing, and inspecting. Steel toe shoes or boots are required as part of the safety-focused dress code.

Shifts Available

• 1st (7:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m.)


• 2nd (3:00 p.m. 11:30 p.m.)


• 3rd (11:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m.)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lawrence, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $19.50/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lawrence,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 2026.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.