General Production Worker

Job Title: Production Worker

Job Description

This role focuses on producing high-quality solid wood furniture and components in a manufacturing environment. You will work with woodworking tools and equipment, handle wood materials throughout the production process, and help ensure that every product meets strict quality and workmanship standards. The position offers hands-on training, consistent schedules, and the opportunity to build valuable skills in woodworking and production.

Responsibilities

• Produce solid wood furniture and components in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Operate basic woodworking hand and power tools safely and efficiently, with training provided as needed.
• Load, unload, stack, and move wood materials throughout the production process.
• Perform sanding, drilling, assembly, and finishing preparation tasks to prepare products for final finishing.
• Inspect products for quality, accuracy, and adherence to workmanship standards.
• Follow detailed work instructions, production schedules, and established safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at all times.
• Process solid wood by matching wood pieces, identifying and removing defects, and stacking wood planks appropriately.
• Apply glue to products and components as part of the assembly and lamination processes.
• Cut edges of wood to ensure they are straight, smooth, and ready for further processing or assembly.
• Use measuring tools, such as tape measures, to verify dimensions and ensure accurate production.
• Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively to meet production goals and timelines.

Essential Skills

• Willingness to learn and develop new skills in woodworking and production.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality to support consistent production schedules.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs safely and repeatedly during the shift.
• Ability to stand for the entirety of the shift in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure quality, accuracy, and proper workmanship.
• Basic mathematical skills, including measuring and simple calculations, preferred.
• Comfort using hand tools and power tools with proper training.
• Ability to follow written and verbal work instructions and safety procedures.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in production, general labor, or general manufacturing is helpful but not required.
• Familiarity with woodworking or wood working processes is an advantage.
• Experience with assembly work in a manufacturing or shop environment is beneficial.
• Exposure to machine operation in a production setting is a plus.
• Experience in quality assurance, inspection, or product quality checks is helpful.
• Ability to use a tape measure accurately for measuring materials.
• Demonstrated ability to work with hand tools and power tools safely.
• Strong focus on quality, precision, and attention to detail in all tasks.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, family-oriented company that values teaching and developing people who are eager to learn. The schedule offers three-day weekends with shifts running Monday through Thursday, supporting work-life balance and consistent time off. The organization provides paid holidays and benefits, creating a supportive and rewarding employment experience where your hard work and growth are recognized.

Work Environment

This role is based in a shop environment that can be dusty and loud, consistent with woodworking and production operations. You will work on either 1st shift (5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday) or 2nd shift (3:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., Monday through Thursday). Each shift includes one paid 10-minute break and a 30-minute unpaid lunch. You will regularly use woodworking hand and power tools, handle solid wood materials, and work around production machinery. The dress code is casual and practical for a shop setting, where wearing shorts, a t-shirt, and sneakers is acceptable, provided safety guidelines are followed.E

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of State College, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $16.00/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 State College,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 24, 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.