General Production Worker

Job Title: General Production Worker
Job Description

This role supports a production crew in manufacturing concrete precast products such as pipe, barriers, manhole components, and bridge supports. You prepare and measure forms, assist with pouring concrete, and help remove finished products from forms to be moved to trucks or the yard. You also perform general shop work, especially during the winter, while working closely with experienced team members who operate overhead cranes to move large products safely.

Responsibilities

• Assist a crew of 3–5 team members with the production of concrete precast products.
• Measure out forms accurately using a tape measure to ensure correct dimensions for concrete products.
• Prepare forms for pouring, including assembling, cleaning, and setting up components as needed.
• Pour concrete into pre-made forms and monitor the process to maintain quality and consistency.
• Remove finished products from forms and prepare them to be loaded onto trucks or moved into the yard.
• Support the production of a variety of products, including concrete pipe, highway center barriers, manhole chutes, and bridge supports.
• Work on production lines for 12"–36" diameter concrete pipe, including attaching and removing rings as required.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely to perform tasks such as scraping, prying, loosening, and adjusting components.
• Perform general shop work during winter months and as needed to support ongoing production.
• Assist with pulling, pushing, and prying to remove rings and other components from concrete forms.
• Coordinate with experienced team members who operate overhead cranes to move heavy or finished products.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to site safety rules.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area by removing debris, tools, and excess materials from workspaces.
• Communicate effectively with crew members and supervisors to complete daily production goals.
• Adapt to working both indoors and outdoors depending on product size and production needs.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to work confidently with hand tools and power tools.
• Willingness and physical ability to work on your feet for 12–14 hours per day.
• Comfort working in a physically demanding role that involves pulling, pushing, prying, and some heavy lifting.
• Ability to work in varying elements, including indoor and outdoor conditions.
• Comfort working in a hard hat, get-dirty environment with concrete and industrial materials.
• No specific prior work experience required, but openness to learning concrete production processes.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and use required safety gear consistently.
• Reliable attendance and the ability to work long shifts as part of a production crew.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating an overhead crane is highly preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, construction, or similar industrial environments is beneficial.
• Experience using forklifts or working around material-handling equipment is an asset.
• Familiarity with concrete, construction, and general labor tasks is advantageous.
• Comfort using a variety of hand and power tools in an industrial setting.
• Willingness to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to adapt to seasonal changes in work focus, including increased general shop work in winter.

Why Work Here?

You join a hardworking, close-knit team that values both productivity and a sense of humor. The culture encourages people to work hard, have fun, and not take themselves too seriously, creating a supportive environment where team members can build strong working relationships. You receive the safety gear and tools needed to do your job well, and you gain hands-on experience in a specialized concrete precast operation. Over time, you can grow your skills in industrial production, material handling, and heavy equipment support while contributing to infrastructure projects that serve communities and industries.

Work Environment

The role is based in a concrete precast production facility where you work closely with a crew on large industrial products. The job is physically demanding, with most shifts requiring you to be on your feet for 12–14 hours per day. While there is not a large amount of manual heavy lifting, you regularly pull, push, and pry to remove rings and components, and heavier products are moved with overhead cranes operated by experienced employees. Most work takes place indoors, but some tasks occur outdoors depending on product size and production needs. The environment is industrial and can be dirty, with exposure to concrete, dust, and the elements. The dress code includes jeans and a T-shirt or similar clothing that can get dirty. You must provide your own steel-toed boots that cover the ankle and your own rain gear while on contract. The company provides a hard hat, work gloves, safety glasses, safety yellow shirts after some time on the job, and all tools and equipment required to perform your duties. The overall atmosphere is hardworking and informal, with a focus on safety, teamwork, and getting the job done efficiently.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hawley, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/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 Hawley,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 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.