General Laborer

Aerotek; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

Aerotek in Columbus, OH is seeking a General Laborer to support production on the shop floor. The role involves handling materials, operating basic machinery, assembling parts, and helping ensure safety and on-time production.

Shifts available: 1st shift at $20/hr and 2nd shift at $21/hr, Monday-Thursday. Contract-to-hire with full-time hours, offering hands-on learning in material handling, equipment operation, and teamwork within a fast-paced facility.

Qualifications

• Experience in production/manufacturing environment.
• Ability to safely use basic hand tools for material handling and assembly.
• Willingness to learn forklift safety procedures.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work including standing, lifting, and repetitive motions.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work within established processes.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials to keep production lines supplied.
• Operate basic production machinery per procedures and safety guidelines.
• Assemble products following instructions and quality standards.
• Perform material handling including moving and stacking items.
• Assist skilled workers and production staff as needed.

Skills

General labor experience

Hand tools use

Forklift awareness

Physical stamina

Safety compliance

Instruction following

Tools

Forklift

Basic machinery

Job description

Job Title: General Laborer - $20-21/hr

The General Laborer supports the production process by performing a wide range of physical tasks on the shop floor. This role involves handling materials, operating basic machinery and equipment, assisting skilled workers, and helping ensure that production activities run safely, efficiently, and on schedule. The General Laborer also maintains a clean and organized work area to support a smooth and productive operation.

Shifts

1st shift ($20/hr): 6am - 4:30pm Monday-Thursday

2nd shift ($21/hr): 4:30pm - 2:30am Monday-Thursday

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials, components, and finished products to keep production lines supplied and moving efficiently.
• Operate basic production machinery and equipment in accordance with established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Assemble products and parts as directed, following instructions and quality standards.
• Perform general material handling duties, including moving, stacking, and organizing items using hand tools and equipment.
• Assist skilled workers and production staff with tasks that require additional support, such as staging materials or preparing work areas.

Essential Skills

• Experience performing general labor tasks in a production, manufacturing, or construction environment.
• Ability to use basic hand tools safely and effectively for material handling and assembly work.
• Comfort with general production activities, including operating simple machinery and equipment.
• Material handling skills, including lifting, carrying, and moving products and components throughout the facility.
• Ability to operate a sit-down forklift or willingness to learn and follow all forklift safety procedures.
• Capability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods, including standing, lifting, bending, and repetitive motions.
• Strong attention to safety and adherence to workplace safety policies and procedures.
• Basic ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work within established processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in general labor, construction, or manufacturing.
• Familiarity with operating forklifts.

Why Work Here?

You join a production team that values reliability, teamwork, and safety, offering consistent full-time hours and opportunities to learn a variety of hands-on skills. The environment encourages collaboration and cross-training, helping you build experience in material handling, equipment operation, and general production work while contributing to a stable, well-organized operation.

Work Environment

This role is based in a production facility where you perform hands-on, physical work around machinery, materials, and equipment. The environment is active and fast paced, with regular material handling, use of hand tools, and operation of equipment such as sit-down forklifts. You are expected to follow all safety and housekeeping standards and wear appropriate work attire suitable for a production and construction-like setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/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 & 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 Columbus, OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2026.

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.