General Laborer

Job Title: General Laborer

Job Description

The Rework Operator plays a critical role in supporting warehouse operations by inspecting, repairing, and reworking steel tubes and materials that do not initially meet quality or shipping standards. This position ensures product accuracy, quality, and timely shipment to customers.

Responsibilities

• Inspect steel tubes and finished products for damage, defects, or quality issues.
• Perform rework tasks such as grinding, labeling, banding, repainting, or repackaging.
• Remove or correct defective materials before shipment.
• Use hand tools and basic power tools safely and accurately.
• Assist with staging, sorting, and organizing materials in the warehouse.
• Document rework activities and communicate issues to supervisors.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and adhere to all safety procedures.

Essential Skills

• Experience in general labor, hand tools, packaging, production, and quality control.
• Proficiency in using precision measuring tools.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Comfortable working around steel products and industrial equipment.
• Basic math and measurement skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous warehouse, manufacturing, or rework experience preferred.
• Ability to perform visual inspections and follow work instructions.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy an hourly incentive bonus upon hiring, a 401k with a 4.5% match, and options for PPO & High Deductible health plans. Benefit from safety shoe reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and growth opportunities leading to roles in mill operations or warehouse management.

Work Environment

The facility operates in an industrial and fast-paced steel manufacturing environment, often involving tube mills, heavy machinery, and material handling equipment. Employees work efficiently and safely under time-sensitive conditions. The role is physically demanding, requiring standing for long periods, lifting heavy materials (50+ lbs), and working in areas with noise, dust, and temperature fluctuations. Some buildings may be cold and drafty in winter, especially in shipping and receiving areas. Collaboration across departments is common, and teamwork is essential.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rochelle, IL.

The pay range for this position is $19.25 - $19.25/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 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)

This is a fully onsite position in Rochelle,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.

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.