General Laborer

Aerotek; Johnson Creek (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan – company match

Paid vacation, sick days & holidays

Shift premium

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Powder Coat Painter for a contract-to-hire role based in Johnson Creek, WI. The position involves setting up and operating powder coating and drying units along a conveyor line to apply powder to metal parts, ensuring thorough coverage and high-quality finishes.

Work is on the second shift with a 9-hour day and occasional overtime. Pay starts at $18+ with a $1.50 shift premium, and total compensation includes benefits and paid time off as described in the listing.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience with powder coating processes.
• Ability to perform general labor and production tasks in a fast-paced setting.
• Capability to lift and handle parts weighing up to 50 pounds safely and repeatedly.
• Basic knowledge of paint preparation and application in an industrial setting.
• Attention to detail to maintain consistent paint quality and proper packaging.
• Reliability and willingness to work assigned shifts and occasional overtime.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate painting and drying units along the conveyor line to coat metal products with powder paint according to established methods and procedures.
• Apply paint powder to all parts that pass through the paint booth, ensuring complete coverage and maintaining high-quality standards for the finished coating.
• Monitor the painting process to ensure equipment functions properly and coatings meet visual and performance expectations.
• Hang parts on the production line, including components weighing up to 50 pounds, following safe lifting and handling practices.
• Remove parts from the line after painting and drying, inspecting them for quality and completeness.
• Package finished parts accurately and securely for shipment or further processing, following established packaging procedures.
• Perform general production and labor tasks as needed to support the overall manufacturing process.
• Follow all safety guidelines and maintain a clean, organized work area in and around the paint booth and conveyor line.

Skills

Powder coating

Manufacturing

Manual labor

Lifting up to 50 lb

Paint prep

Attention to detail

Shift work

Tools

Paint equipment handling

Job description

Job Title: Powder Coat Painter

Job Description

This role sets up and operates painting and drying units along a conveyor line to apply powder coating to metal products. You will ensure consistent, high-quality paint coverage on all parts passing through the paint booth, as well as handle and package finished components. The position combines hands-on production work, quality-focused painting, and general labor tasks in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate painting and drying units along the conveyor line to coat metal products with powder paint according to established methods and procedures.
• Apply paint powder to all parts that pass through the paint booth, ensuring complete coverage and maintaining high-quality standards for the finished coating.
• Monitor the painting process to ensure equipment functions properly and coatings meet visual and performance expectations.
• Hang parts on the production line, including components weighing up to 50 pounds, following safe lifting and handling practices.
• Remove parts from the line after painting and drying, inspecting them for quality and completeness.
• Package finished parts accurately and securely for shipment or further processing, following established packaging procedures.
• Perform general production and labor tasks as needed to support the overall manufacturing process.
• Follow all safety guidelines and maintain a clean, organized work area in and around the paint booth and conveyor line.

Essential Skills

• At least 6 months of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience with powder coat painting or powder coating processes.
• Ability to perform general labor and production tasks in a fast-paced setting.
• Capability to lift and handle parts weighing up to 50 pounds safely and repeatedly.
• Basic knowledge of paint preparation and application in an industrial setting.
• Attention to detail to maintain consistent paint quality and proper packaging.
• Reliability and willingness to work assigned shifts and occasional overtime.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in general production or packaging in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in painting, powder coating, or paint preparation.
• Comfort working with conveyor-based production systems.
• Interest in learning other areas such as fabrication, welding, maintenance, assembly, or supervisory roles.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to meeting production and quality goals.

Why Work Here?

You will join a workplace that offers strong benefits and clear opportunities for growth. Employees enjoy comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, along with a 401(k) plan that includes up to a 6% match. Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays are provided, including an extended holiday break from December 24th through January 1st. Raises are performance-based, with the potential to earn up to a 5% increase and typical annual increases averaging 2–3%. The organization supports internal mobility, giving you the chance to move into areas such as fabrication, welding, maintenance, assembly, or supervision over time. Team members also receive significant discounts on products, adding extra value to the overall compensation and benefits package.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing facility on the second shift, typically running from 2:15 p.m. to 11:15 p.m. The standard workday is currently 9 hours, with plans to return to 8-hour days once production levels stabilize. Occasional overtime is required, including roughly one half-day Saturday per month. You will work in and around paint booths, drying units, and conveyor lines, handling metal parts and packaging finished components. The environment is production-focused, with an emphasis on safety, consistent throughput, and maintaining high-quality finishes on all painted products. Pay starts at $18+ with a $1.50 shift premium

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Johnson Creek, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.75 - $20.96/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 Johnson Creek,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.