General Laborer

Job Title: General Laborer – WEEKLY PAY - START ASAP - $20 TO $23/HOUR

Job Description

Join a custom cabinet manufacturing shop as an entry-level general laborer and develop into a skilled woodworker and cabinet builder. You will work in a fully custom, small, family-oriented facility where about half of the work is automated and half is done by hand. This role involves a wide variety of tasks based on customer orders and relies heavily on hand and power tool use, blueprint reading, shop drawing interpretation, and accurate tape measure reading.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the production of custom cabinets using a combination of automated machinery and hand tools.
• Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and specifications to build cabinets according to customer orders.
• Accurately measure materials using a tape measure to ensure precise cuts and fits.
• Operate hand and power tools safely and effectively for cutting, shaping, assembling, and finishing wood components.
• Support cabinet assembly, including fitting, fastening, and aligning parts to meet quality standards.
• Perform general labor tasks within the shop, such as material handling, staging, and organizing work areas.
• Lift and move materials and finished products weighing up to 75 pounds as needed throughout the shift.
• Assist with woodworking, carpentry, and cabinetmaking tasks under the guidance of experienced team members.
• Contribute to finish carpentry and finishing work as required to complete custom cabinet projects.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, following all shop safety procedures and using provided PPE.
• Collaborate with a small team of coworkers to complete jobs efficiently and meet production timelines.
• Adapt to a variety of duties and tasks depending on current customer orders and production needs.

Essential Skills

• Experience using hand tools and power tools in a shop or construction environment.
• Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure.
• Blueprint reading skills, including the ability to understand dimensions and construction details.
• Ability to interpret shop drawings and follow detailed instructions.
• Woodworking experience or strong interest in developing woodworking skills.
• Cabinetry or cabinetmaking exposure, or willingness to learn these skills.
• General carpentry skills, including manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds safely and repeatedly during the workday.
• Comfort working with both automated machines and manual processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience or training in woodworking, cabinetry, or construction.
• Experience in finish carpentry or finishing work on wood products.
• Strong manual dexterity and ability to handle small parts and detailed work.
• Willingness to learn new tools, equipment, and processes in a custom shop environment.
• Reliability and flexibility with work hours to align with production needs.

Why Work Here?

You will join a small, family-oriented shop that values each person as more than just a number and invests in developing employees into skilled woodworkers and cabinet builders. The company offers flexibility in scheduling, paid time off, vacations, paid holidays, a 401(k) plan, annual bonuses, and access to overtime. You can enjoy a friendly culture with regular company grill outs a few times a month and a supportive environment that emphasizes work-life balance and long-term growth.

Work Environment

The facility is a very clean, temperature-controlled custom cabinet shop with a team of approximately 15 to 20 employees. The shop combines automated machinery with hand-building processes, providing exposure to a mix of modern equipment and traditional woodworking techniques. Standard hours run from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday through Thursday and 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Fridays, with flexibility on start time when needed. Work jeans or pants are preferred in the shop, and the company provides all required personal protective equipment. Steel-toe footwear is not required, though it is recommended. The environment emphasizes safety, comfort, and a collaborative team atmosphere, supported by regular company events such as grill outs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Canton, SD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Canton,SD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.