General Production Worker

Aerotek; Coon Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring for a General Production Worker / Machine Operator on the 1st shift in Coon Rapids, MN. The role operates production machinery to measure, cut, treat, and package wood parts used in carpentry, standing at a fixed station and handling light to moderate lifting.

You may learn to operate saws and CNC machines for basic trimming tasks. The position is permanent and onsite with a pay rate of $22.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in machine operation or general production in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to operate production lines and machines safely and efficiently.
• Basic understanding of CNC or automated equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machines and lines to cut and treat wood products.
• Stand at a machine for the full shift while safely running equipment.
• Measure wood parts using tape measures before cutting or treatment.
• Lift and handle wood parts weighing up to 1520 pounds.
• Learn basic operations on saws and CNC machines for wood trim pieces.

Skills

Machine operation

Production environment

Reading work orders

Safety procedures

Stand for shift

Tools

CNC machines

Saws

Measuring tools

Job description

General Production Worker / Machine Operator (1st Shift) 4x10's - $22/hr NO INTERVIEW NEEDED

This role involves operating production machinery and equipment to measure, cut, treat, and package wood parts used in the carpentry industry. You will work at a dedicated station, standing for the duration of your shift, and handle light to moderate lifting while following established production processes and work orders. The position offers the opportunity to learn and operate saws and CNC machines for basic wood trimming operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of production machines and lines to cut and treat wood products for the carpentry industry.
• Stand at an assigned machine or station for the entire shift while safely running equipment and monitoring operations.
• Use measuring tools, such as tape measures, to accurately measure wood parts before cutting or treatment.
• Lift, handle, and move wood parts weighing up to 1520 pounds throughout the shift.
• Dip wood parts into treatment solutions and properly rack and hang them for drying.
• Remove treated wood parts from racks and transport them to designated drying or staging areas.
• Learn and perform basic operations on saws and CNC machines to create wood trim pieces.
• Follow written work orders and production instructions to meet quality and quantity requirements.
• Use hand tools and related equipment to support machine operation and product handling.
• Package finished parts according to specifications to prepare them for shipment or further processing.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area around the machine or production line.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while operating machinery and handling materials.

Essential Skills

• Experience in machine operation or general production in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to operate production lines and machines safely and efficiently.
• Basic understanding of CNC or automated equipment operation.
• Experience in the wood industry or working with wood products, including cutting and treating wood.
• Ability to read and follow work orders and production instructions.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with machines, saws, and hand tools.
• Ability to accurately measure parts using a tape measure and other basic measuring tools.
• Capability to lift and handle wood parts weighing up to 1520 pounds repeatedly.
• Willingness and ability to stand for the entire shift at a machine station.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Coon Rapids, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Coon Rapids,MN.

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.