General Production Worker

Aerotek; Griffin (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Weekly pay

Employee discounts

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is recruiting a General Production Worker for its Griffin, GA operations. The role involves operating manufacturing machinery, supporting production, and ensuring quality and safety standards are met. A physically demanding environment with non-climate-controlled conditions is expected.

The position is contract to hire with two shifts, requiring lifting up to 50 pounds, familiarity with hand tools, and the ability to work in a fast-paced team. Local candidates preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous manufacturing or machine operation experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude with ability to learn production machinery.
• Able to lift/move up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Basic problem-solving for equipment issues.
• Able to work independently and in a team in a fast-paced setting.
• Willing to work in a physically demanding, non-climate-controlled environment.
• Experience with production tasks and hand tools.
• Ability to safely operate or learn forklifts and material-handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment per safety and quality standards.
• Perform machine setup, calibration, and minor troubleshooting.
• Inspect finished products for defects and verify specifications.
• Keep work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Document production data and report issues to supervisors.
• Assist with loading/unloading raw materials and finished goods.
• Lift, carry, and move materials up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Follow all safety protocols and guidelines.
• Use hand tools and production equipment safely.
• Collaborate with team members and support other production activities.

Skills

High school diploma

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Lift up to 50 pounds

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Forklift operation willingness

Basic machine operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

General Production Worker

The General Production Worker operates manufacturing machinery, supports overall production activities, and ensures products meet quality and safety standards. This role requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment in accordance with established safety and quality standards.
• Perform machine setup, calibration, and minor troubleshooting to maintain efficient production.
• Inspect finished products for defects and verify that they meet all specifications and quality requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area to support efficient operations.
• Document production data accurately and report any issues, irregularities, or equipment concerns to supervisors.
• Assist with loading and unloading raw materials and finished goods as needed.
• Frequently lift, carry, and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds throughout the shift.
• Follow all company safety protocols, procedures, and guidelines at all times.
• Use hand tools and production equipment safely and correctly as part of daily tasks.
• Collaborate with team members and support other production activities as required.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or machine operation role preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to learn and operate production machinery.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Basic problem-solving skills to identify and address minor equipment or production issues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work in a physically demanding role and non-climate-controlled environment.
• Experience with production, hand tools, and general production tasks.
• Ability to safely operate or learn to operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
• Basic machine operating skills and comfort working around manufacturing equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Comfort using a variety of hand tools in a production setting.
• Experience with forklift operation or a willingness to be trained.
• Prior exposure to machine operating roles in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated reliability and strong work ethic in previous roles.
• Ability to adapt to different tasks and support multiple areas of production as needed.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a comprehensive rewards package that supports both their financial security and long-term growth. The organization offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with a 401(k) plan to help employees plan for the future. Annual performance bonuses and profit-sharing programs reward strong contributions and company success. Team members enjoy rapid career growth opportunities with regular pay increase potential, creating a clear path for advancement and long-term development.

Work Environment

This role is based in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment, where temperatures may vary throughout the year. Team members work with production machinery, hand tools, and material-handling equipment such as forklifts. Available schedules include two second-shift positions from 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. and one first-shift position from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. The schedule follows a rotating pattern in which employees work three days (36 hours) during the first week and four days (48 hours) during the second week. The position is physically demanding, requiring frequent lifting, carrying, and movement of materials up to 50 pounds, as well as extended periods of standing and walking on the production floor.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.00/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 Oct 31, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Griffin, GA.

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.