General Production Worker

Aerotek; Essex (CT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek in Essex, CT is seeking a General Production Worker for a contract-to-hire, fully onsite role. You will assemble, inspect, and package products, operate basic machinery, and maintain a clean, safe work area.

This position requires the ability to stand, lift, bend, and perform repetitive tasks. Prior manufacturing experience is a plus, but not required; strong attention to detail and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to stand, lift, bend, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.
• Previous manufacturing or production experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, package, and inspect products according to specifications.
• Operate production equipment and machinery safely.
• Perform quality checks on materials and finished products.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and moving materials as needed.
• Meet daily production goals and deadlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Physical stamina

Stand and lift

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic machinery operation

Job description

General Production Worker - Urgent!

Job Summary:

The General Production Worker supports manufacturing and production operations by assembling products, operating basic machinery, packaging finished goods, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. This role requires attention to detail, the ability to follow work instructions, and a commitment to quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble, package, and inspect products according to specifications.
• Operate production equipment and machinery safely.
• Perform quality checks on materials and finished products.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and moving materials as needed.
• Meet daily production goals and deadlines.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to stand, lift, bend, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.
• Previous manufacturing or production experience is a plus but not required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Essex, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $19.50/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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Essex, CT.

Application Deadline

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Essex,CT.

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 characteri…

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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.

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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.