General Production Worker - 1st Shift

Aerotek; Town of Hartland (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 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 for the 1st shift at our Hartland, WI facility. You will operate a Tecnau digital production machine, load paper, enter orders, and monitor performance while counting and stacking products.

The role requires light lifting up to 20 lbs and standing for long periods in a loud, climate-controlled environment. The position is contract to hire with onsite training provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of continuous employment with a single employer.
• Able to stand for extended periods while monitoring production equipment.
• Capable of light lifting up to 20 lbs regularly.
• Basic computer skills including opening PDFs and emails.
• Ability to count accurately to 10 for verification and stacking tasks.
• Strong attendance record with references from previous employers.
• Able to work in a loud, fast-paced production environment with multiple machines.
• Willingness to follow safety guidelines and dress code requirements.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a designated Tecnau digital production machine per procedures.
• Load paper rolls at the front of the machine using safe methods.
• Enter production orders and verify job details before starting runs.
• Monitor the machine continuously and address basic issues as they arise.
• Observe product flow and maintain consistent quality standards.
• Count finished products and stack neatly for packaging or processing.
• Perform light lifting up to 20 lbs as needed.
• Use a computer for supporting tasks (PDFs, emails).
• Maintain a clean, organized work area for client tours and facility standards.
• Collaborate with onsite Tecnau technicians to minimize downtime.
• Support general production activities including packing and basic labor tasks.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Participate in cross-training to learn additional machines.

Skills

Reliability

Stamina

Light lifting

Basic computer skills

Count to 10

Strong attendance

Loud environment

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Tecnau machines

Tools

Tecnau

Job description

Job Title: General Production Worker 1st Shift (Digital Department) $18.50

Job Description

This role focuses on operating a single digital production machine within a large, climate-controlled printing facility. You will set up the machine, monitor its performance, and ensure products are accurately counted and stacked as they come off the line. The position involves light, routine lifting up to 20 lbs, basic computer use, and extended periods of standing while overseeing the machine. You will receive full training on operating Tecnau digital presses, including loading paper rolls and entering orders into the computer system, with onsite technical support available for any machine issues.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a designated Tecnau digital production machine according to established procedures.
• Load paper rolls at the front of the machine using rolling methods that do not require heavy lifting.
• Enter production orders into the computer system and verify that job details are correct before starting runs.
• Monitor the machine continuously to ensure it is running correctly and address basic operational issues as they arise.
• Observe the product flow through the machine and maintain consistent quality standards.
• Count finished products accurately and stack them neatly at the end of the machine for further processing or packaging.
• Perform light lifting of materials and finished products up to 20 lbs on a regular basis.
• Use a computer at a basic level, such as opening PDF files and emails, to support production tasks.
• Follow all safety guidelines, including proper handling of equipment and adherence to dress code requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support frequent client tours and overall facility standards.
• Collaborate with onsite Tecnau technicians when machine breakdowns or technical issues occur to minimize downtime.
• Support general production activities as needed, including packing and basic general labor tasks related to printing and packaging.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance and punctuality to maintain consistent production schedules.
• Participate in cross-training opportunities to learn additional machines and departments as business needs evolve.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of continuous employment with a single company, demonstrating reliability and commitment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods while monitoring production equipment.
• Capability to perform light lifting up to 20 lbs on a regular basis.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to open PDF files and emails.
• Ability to count accurately to 10 for product verification and stacking tasks.
• Strong attendance record, supported by references from previous employers.
• Comfort working in a loud, fast-paced production environment with multiple machines running.
• Attention to detail to ensure products are counted, stacked, and handled correctly.
• Willingness to follow safety guidelines and adhere to facility dress code requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in printing operations, such as press, digital, or flexographic (flexo) printing.
• in general production, machine operation, or packaging work.
• Experience working with printing presses or digital production equipment.
• Interest in cross-training on multiple machines and in different departments to increase versatility.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new processes and equipment in a production environment.

Why Work Here?

Employees have clear opportunities for upward mobility, with a strong emphasis on learning, cross-training, and advancing into new roles based on performance rather than tenure. The organization regularly recognizes and appreciates its workforce through monthly events such as birthday lunches, food in the break room, silent auctions, and raffles, as well as traditional holiday gatherings and access to discounted tickets for local attractions. Team members benefit from a climate-controlled facility that supports comfort year-round, flexibility for personal appointments when needed, and a culture that values long-term tenure and consistent, high-quality work.

Work Environment

This position is on 1st shift, working from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in a large production facility that is air conditioned in the summer, heated in the winter, and humidity controlled to protect paper quality. The environment is loud due to multiple machines running, but it is very well lit, clean, and carefully maintained to support frequent client tours. Dress code requirements include close-toed shoes, no long or dangly items that could be caught in machinery (such as loose hair or sweatshirt strings, which must be tied back or secured), no dangly jewelry, and clothing and caps without profanity. The facility uses Tecnau digital machines with onsite technicians, and the work involves standing for most of the shift, light lifting, and hands-on interaction with modern printing and production equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hartland, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $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 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hartland,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 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.