Production Worker

Aerotek; Norwalk (IA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek in Norwalk, IA is seeking a Production Worker for a contract-to-hire, fully onsite role. The 1st shift runs 6am–2:30pm, with typical 32–40 hours per week.

You will operate production machines, assist with assembly and packaging, and perform general labor while cross-training across areas. Requirements include at least 6 months in manufacturing or warehouse, ability to read a tape measure to 1/16 inch, and the ability to lift 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Ability to read a tape measure to 1/16th of an inch.
• Comfortable lifting 50lbs.
• High attention to detail and awareness of surroundings.
• Willingness to ask questions when unsure.
• Adaptable to cross-training in multiple areas.
• Nice to have: experience with tape measure, construction, and hands-on manufacturing.
• Ability to speak English, whether as a primary or secondary language.
• 1 year of manufacturing experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate vinyl casement, ND classic, and ND production machines during 1st shift.
• Participate in the assembly and packaging of windows and patio doors.
• Perform general labor tasks as required.
• Maintain a solid attendance record and adhere to safety protocols.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Attention to detail

Cross-training willingness

English language

Safety-minded

Questioning when unsure

Tools

Tape measure

Job description

Job Title: Production Worker

Job Description

We are seeking diligent candidates to work in our manufacturing environment, creating quality windows and patio doors. All candidates will be cross-trained in multiple areas within the facility.

Responsibilities

• Operate vinyl casement, ND classic, and ND production machines during 1st shift.
• Participate in the assembly and packaging of windows and patio doors.
• Perform general labor tasks as required.
• Maintain a solid attendance record and adhere to safety protocols.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 6 months experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Ability to read a tape measure to 1/16th of an inch.
• Comfortable lifting 50lbs.
• High attention to detail and awareness of surroundings.
• Willingness to ask questions when unsure.
• Adaptable to cross-training in multiple areas.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Nice to have skills include experience with tape measure, construction, and hands-on manufacturing.
• Ability to speak English, whether as a primary or secondary language.
• 1 year of manufacturing experience is required.

Why Work Here?

Benefit package includes medical, vision, and dental. Enjoy frequent cookouts and employee appreciation events held quarterly. Contractors receive the same benefits as internal employees after 18 weeks. Employees may qualify for home makeovers.

Work Environment

Our 1st shift runs from 6am-2:30pm, five days a week, with current hours ranging from 32-40 per week. Prepare for busy seasons with 50-hour work weeks and a requirement to work two Saturdays a month. The manufacturing environment operates across three facilities, which are not temperature-controlled. The team size averages around 100 employees per facility. Dress code requires work-appropriate shirts, jeans or shorts, and mandatory steel-toed shoes.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Norwalk, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $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 & 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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Norwalk, IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Norwalk,IA.

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.