Manufacturing Technician

Aerotek; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan — Pre-tax and R

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Weekly pay

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring immediately for material handlers, assemblers and warehouse technicians in Burlington, NC. The roles involve supporting a high-volume production line, performing picking/packing, light assembly, palletizing and material handling tasks on shifts.

Positions pay $16–$19 per hour with overtime. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with onsite work and a comprehensive benefits package. Apply now to join a growing manufacturing and logistics team in Greensboro and Burlington.

Qualifications

• Experience in production, general labor, or warehouse work.
• Able to perform picking and packing accurately and efficiently.
• Basic exposure to light assembly on a production line.
• Experience with palletizing and stacking cartons on pallets.
• Familiar with RF scanners for order picking, packing or inventory tracking.
• Able to handle warehouse packing and order picking in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to assist with machine operation under supervision.
• Experience or comfort with material handling and moving pallets.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, organize, and visually inspect finished products.
• Pack and palletize items for shipping.
• Feed machines with correct materials and maintain smooth line flow.
• Assist with quality control to ensure product quality and on‑time orders.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Support shipping and receiving activities as needed.

Skills

Warehouse experience

RF scanners

Picking and packing

Light assembly

Palletizing

Forklift operation

Quality inspection

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Job description

IMMEDIATELY HIRING MATERIAL HANDLERS, ASSEMBLERS AND WAREHOUSE TECHNICIANS

JOB LOCATIONS IN GREENSBORO, NC AND BURLINGTON, NC

PAY $16-19 PER HOUR OVERTIME

Job Description

The General Production Worker (Production Line Assistant) supports the efficient and safe operation of a high-volume production line. You assemble, organize, visually inspect finished products, ensure proper packing and palletizing, assist with quality control, feed machines with the correct materials, and help maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area. This role works on a rotating production line and contributes directly to consistent product quality and on-time order fulfillment.

Essential Skills

• Experience in production, general labor, or general production work in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.




• Ability to perform picking and packing tasks accurately and efficiently.




• Basic experience with light assembly work on a production line.




• Ability to perform palletizing, including stacking cartons on pallets according to standards.




• Experience using RF scanners for order picking, packing, or inventory tracking.




• Ability to perform warehouse packing and order picking tasks in a fast-paced environment.




• Capability to assist with machine operation and machine operating tasks under supervision.




• Experience or comfort with material handling, including unloading and moving products and pallets.




• Ability to support shipping and receiving activities, including staging and organizing products.




• Attention to detail for quality inspection and visual inspection of finished products.




• Ability to follow safety procedures and promptly report unsafe conditions.




• Willingness to work full‑time on assigned shifts, including 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift schedules.




• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift and move cartons and materials, and perform repetitive tasks safely.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in a warehouse environment, including shipping and receiving operations.




• Previous experience with light assembly or packaging in a production facility.




• Basic familiarity with operating or assisting with production machines.




• Experience with forklift operation is beneficial, where permitted and trained.




• Comfort working with state‑of‑the‑art production equipment and technology.




• Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn new tasks and processes.




• Ability to work collaboratively with operators, team leads, and supervisors in a team‑oriented environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Burlington, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.17 – $17.17/hr.

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 Burlington,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 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.