General Laborer

Job Title: General Laborer / Production Worker

Job Description

This entry-level General Laborer / Production Worker role plays a key part in the production process, supporting the safe and efficient manufacture of high-quality industrial products. You will work with production equipment, monitor and measure material levels in tanks, handle and palletize bagged product, and assist with loading trailers. This position involves physical work, including lifting up to 50 lbs and walking throughout the facility, and offers hands-on training for motivated individuals who are eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support daily production operations by working with machines and equipment used to process and package industrial products.
• Measure tank levels regularly to ensure they do not overfill, walking up and down tank levels multiple times per shift.
• Accurately document tank measurements and other production data as required.
• Operate levers and controls to fill trailers safely and efficiently.
• Place bags on machines, monitor the bagging process, and push buttons or controls to keep production running smoothly.
• Palletize bags of finished product and move them as needed within the facility.
• Assist with screening, sizing, and bagging processed materials used in applications such as roofing and blasting.
• Perform manual tasks including shoveling and general cleanup to maintain a safe and organized work area.
• Handle occasional heavy lifting up to 50 lbs while primarily performing walking and monitoring tasks.
• Follow all safety procedures, participate in daily safety meetings, and use required personal protective equipment.
• Work collaboratively with the production team to maintain a positive, safety-conscious, and productive environment.
• Learn to operate production equipment such as bagging machines, hoppers, dryers, and crushers under supervision.
• Adhere to established quality standards to ensure products meet required specifications.

Essential Skills

• At least 6 months of general labor experience.
• At least 2 months of agricultural experience.
• At least 6 months of farming experience.
• At least 6 months of machine operator or production experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs safely and repeatedly as needed.
• Ability to perform physically active work, including walking up and down tank levels multiple times per shift.
• Comfort working in an industrial environment with indoor and outdoor exposure.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to work with machines and tools.
• Ability to use basic measurement tools such as tape measures to check levels and dimensions.
• Strong focus on safety and willingness to participate in daily safety meetings.
• Level-headed, reliable, and team-oriented approach to work.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and accurately document measurements and production data.
• Willingness to work Monday through Friday from 3:30 p.m. to midnight.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with general production or manufacturing environments.
• Experience using hand tools and power tools in a work setting.
• Experience in carpentry, concrete, construction, or similar manual trades.
• Mechanical inclination and interest in learning how production equipment operates.
• Experience with loading materials and working around rail cars or bulk material handling is helpful.
• Comfort working with non-climate-controlled equipment such as hoppers, dryers, crushers, and bagging machines.
• Openness to training and learning new skills in a structured production environment.
• Ability to work safely around industrial materials that are non-carcinogenic and safe when handled properly.

Why Work Here?

This role offers a supportive, team-focused environment where safety is a daily priority and everyone participates in morning safety meetings. The company invests in employees by providing on-the-job training, welcoming entry-level candidates, and promoting from within, offering clear opportunities for growth and advancement. Employees receive steel-toe boot reimbursement and can earn pay increases upon conversion to direct employment, reflecting the value placed on long-term commitment and performance. The operation is non-union, eco-friendly, and focused on recovering and repurposing materials, allowing you to contribute to environmentally responsible industrial processes.

Work Environment

The work environment combines indoor and outdoor industrial settings and is not climate controlled, so temperatures will vary with the seasons. The facility processes and bags abrasive materials using equipment such as hoppers, dryers, crushers, and bagging machines, with raw materials arriving by rail car. The site emphasizes safety with daily safety meetings, and provides water, cooling areas, and sports drinks to help you stay hydrated and comfortable. You will wear jeans and a T-shirt (darker colors recommended due to dust and dirt), along with steel-toed boots or shoes. The company supplies hard hats and safety glasses, and maintains a contract-to-hire structure with a strong focus on internal promotion and long-term career development in a collaborative, non-union team environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lacygne, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.98 - $22.98/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 Lacygne,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 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.

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.