General Production Worker

Aerotek; Woodburn (OR); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a General Production Worker to support a Reliability & Maintenance Engineering team in a fast-paced production environment in Woodburn, OR. You will resolve jams, perform basic preventive maintenance, and assist with production and assembly tasks while prioritizing safety and adaptability.

The role demands physical work, lifting up to 49 lbs, climbing ladders, and long shifts with possible weekend, night, and holiday hours.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency with basic hand tools for maintenance tasks.
• Able to lift up to 49 lbs and stand for long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Clear jams on conveyance and MHE to maintain uptime.
• Climb ladders to access elevated equipment and resolve jams.
• Use basic hand tools for maintenance tasks.
• Perform preventive maintenance checks on equipment.
• Support production and assembly activities as needed.
• Lift and move items up to 49 lbs.
• Stand and walk for shifts up to 12 hours.
• Work a flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays.

Skills

High school diploma

Hand tools

Lift 49 lbs

Stand 12 hours

Climb ladders

Bend and reach

Flexible schedule

Production environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MHE familiarity

Basic maintenance

Job description

Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

Join a Reliability & Maintenance Engineering team where you will play a hands-on role in supporting critical project initiatives across a fast-paced production environment. You will help keep material handling and conveyance systems running smoothly by resolving equipment jams, performing basic preventive maintenance tasks, and assisting with general production and assembly activities. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys physical, active work, takes safety seriously, and can adapt to different tasks and work areas as operational needs change.

Responsibilities

• Clear jams on conveyance and material handling equipment (MHE) to maintain system uptime and consistent operational flow.
• Climb ladders and gangways safely to access elevated equipment and resolve jam conditions or obstructions.
• Utilize basic hand tools to complete assigned tasks across various operational and maintenance projects.
• Follow established safe work practices while performing preventive maintenance checks on a variety of equipment.
• Support production and assembly activities as needed to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Lift and move items weighing up to 49 lbs as part of daily tasks in the production and maintenance areas.
• Stand and walk for shifts lasting up to 12 hours while performing production, assembly, and maintenance-related duties.
• Perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head to access equipment and materials.
• Work a flexible schedule, including weekends, nights, and holidays, to support operational and project requirements.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent educational experience.
• Proficiency in using standard hand tools for basic maintenance and production tasks.
• Ability to safely lift and move equipment or materials weighing up to 49 lbs.
• Ability to stand and walk continuously for shifts lasting up to 12 hours.
• Ability to safely climb ladders and gangways to access elevated work areas and equipment.
• Ability to perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.
• Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Comfort working in production, assembly, and general production environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in production, assembly, or general production roles.
• Familiarity with conveyance systems and material handling equipment (MHE).
• Experience working within a maintenance or reliability-focused environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to following safety procedures and guidelines.

Why Work Here?

You will join a reliability-focused team that values safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement in a dynamic production environment. The role offers the opportunity to develop hands-on technical skills with material handling equipment and preventive maintenance while working on a variety of projects. You will benefit from a flexible work schedule and the chance to contribute directly to keeping operations running efficiently and smoothly.

Work Environment

This role is based in a production and assembly environment that supports reliability and maintenance engineering activities. You will work around conveyance systems and material handling equipment, frequently using standard hand tools to complete tasks. The position involves physically active work, including standing and walking for up to 12-hour shifts, lifting up to 49 lbs, climbing ladders and gangways, and performing regular bending, stretching, and reaching. The schedule may include weekends, nights, and holidays to meet operational needs. The environment emphasizes adherence to safe work practices and consistent use of appropriate safety procedures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Woodburn, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $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 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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Woodburn,OR.

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.