General Production Worker

Aerotek; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Short/Long disability

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO/Vacation/Sick Leave

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking General Production Workers for an on-site role in Columbia, MO. This contract-to-hire position offers 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts and pays $15.00 to $16.00 per hour, with opportunities to learn various manufacturing processes and advance based on performance.

Previous manufacturing experience is preferred but not required, making it a great entry point into hands-on production and machine operation roles.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Willingness to learn different production processes.
• Commitment to workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing and assembly equipment.
• Assemble plastic components and finished products.
• Load and unload production machinery.
• Inspect finished parts for defects and quality issues.
• Trim, package, and label finished products.
• Prepare completed products for shipment.
• Monitor equipment and report machine or production issues.
• Complete required production documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow established safety and quality procedures.
• Work with team members to meet daily production goals.

Skills

Fast-paced

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Dependable attendance

Willingness to learn

Safety awareness

Job description

General Production Worker

Location: Columbia, MO 65202

Pay: $15.00 to $16.00/hour

Job Type: Contract-to-Hire

Experience Level: Entry Level

Shifts Available: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Shift

Workplace: On-site

Job Summary

We are hiring General Production Workers to support manufacturing and assembly operations in a fast-paced production environment. This position involves operating equipment, assembling plastic components, inspecting finished products, and preparing products for shipment.

Previous manufacturing experience is preferred but not required , making this a great opportunity for someone looking to build hands‑on production and machine operating experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing and assembly equipment
• Assemble plastic components and finished products
• Load and unload production machinery
• Inspect finished parts for defects and quality issues
• Trim, package, and label finished products
• Prepare completed products for shipment
• Monitor equipment and report machine or production issues
• Complete required production documentation
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Follow established safety and quality procedures
• Work with team members to meet daily production goals

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
• Willingness to learn different production processes
• Commitment to workplace safety

Preferred Experience

Experience in any of the following is helpful, but not required :

• Manufacturing
• General production
• Machine operation
• Assembly
• Warehouse
• Packaging and labeling
• Quality inspection
• General labor

Work Environment

• Fast‑paced manufacturing facility
• Hands‑on production and assembly work
• Regular machine loading and unloading
• Product inspection and packaging responsibilities
• Team‑oriented environment focused on safety and quality

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbia, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $16.00/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 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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbia, MO.

Application Deadline

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbia,MO.

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.