General Production Worker

Aerotek; Ellijay (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a General Production Worker / Forklift Operator for a contract-to-hire role in Ellijay, GA. You will operate a sit-down forklift, support material handling, and assist with production and assembly to keep lines running smoothly.

The position is onsite in Ellijay, GA, with weekly pay and benefits. Overtime opportunities and hands-on skill development are available in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a sit-down forklift in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to understand basic machinery and production processes.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work including lifting and moving materials.
• Background in general labor, production, or assembly work.
• Ability to follow safety procedures in a fast-paced production environment.
• Excellent attention to detail when handling materials and inventory tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift to move raw materials, WIP, and finished products.
• Handle materials, including loading, unloading, stacking, and staging.
• Support production lines by supplying materials and removing completed products.
• Perform basic assembly and production tasks per procedures and quality standards.
• Assist with machine operation activities, feeding materials and monitoring basic functions.
• Carry out general labor duties such as packing, labeling, and preparing products for shipment.
• Follow safety guidelines and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Identify simple equipment or material issues and report them promptly.
• Follow supervisors' instructions and collaborate with team to meet production goals.
• Participate in inventory-related activities like moving and organizing stock.

Skills

Forklift operation

Mechanical aptitude

Physical labor

General labor

Safety procedures

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Title: General Production Worker / Forklift Operator

** This position is in Fairmount, GA**

Job Description

This role involves operating a sit-down forklift and performing a variety of production, assembly, and general labor tasks in a manufacturing environment. You will support material handling, packing, and machine operation to keep production running smoothly and safely.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift safely to move raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished products throughout the manufacturing facility.

• Handle materials efficiently, including loading, unloading, stacking, and staging products in designated areas.

• Support production lines by supplying materials and removing completed products as needed.

• Perform basic assembly and production tasks according to established procedures and quality standards.

• Assist with machine operating activities, such as feeding materials into machines and monitoring basic machine functions.

• Carry out general labor duties, including packing, labeling, and preparing products for shipment.

• Follow all safety guidelines and maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area.

• Use mechanical aptitude to identify simple issues with equipment or materials and report them promptly.

• Accurately follow instructions from supervisors and collaborate with team members to meet production goals.

• Participate in inventory-related activities, such as moving and organizing stock, as directed.

Essential Skills

• Experience operating a sit-down forklift in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.

• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand basic machinery and production processes.

• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting, moving, and handling materials throughout the shift.

• Background in general labor, production, or assembly work.

• Ability to follow safety procedures and work effectively in a fast-paced production setting.

• Attention to detail when handling materials, packing products, and supporting inventory-related tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in material handling and packing in a manufacturing environment.

• Familiarity with basic machine operation and monitoring in a production setting.

• Ability to work collaboratively with a production team and take direction well.

• Willingness to learn new tasks and adapt to changing production needs.

Why Work Here?

You will join a manufacturing team that actively invests in employee engagement and recognizes hard work through meaningful production incentives that contribute to your overall income. The organization offers opportunities for overtime, allowing you to increase your earnings while developing valuable skills in a stable, hands‑on work environment.

Work Environment

You will work in a manufacturing facility that can be warm and dusty, where you will regularly operate a sit-down forklift and handle materials around production equipment. The role involves standing, walking, and performing physical tasks throughout the shift in a fast-paced, industrial setting. You should be comfortable working in a hands‑on environment with exposure to typical manufacturing conditions and wearing appropriate work attire suitable for an active production floor.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ellijay, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $18.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ellijay, GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 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.