Job Description

Job Title: General Production Worker - Off Shift - 22/hr

Job Description

This role focuses on processing steel alloy products by receiving incoming material, repurposing it through various cutting and finishing operations, and preparing it for shipment. You will train across multiple production areas, operate material handling equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes, and work with precision measuring tools to ensure accurate cuts and quality output. The position requires flexibility to train on day shift and then work either second or third shift in a clean, safety-focused, and modern manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming steel materials and prepare them for processing according to production requirements.

• Work in various areas of the facility, including laser cutting, water jet cutting, grinding, saw cutting, band saws, shears, shipping, and receiving.

• Remove steel from storage racks and place material onto machines using overhead suction cups, cranes, and other lifting devices.

• Operate cutting equipment to cut materials to specified measurements and tolerances.

• Use precision measuring tools and a tape measure down to 1/16 of an inch to verify dimensions and ensure accuracy.

• Move materials throughout the facility using forklifts and overhead cranes in a safe and efficient manner.

• Build custom pallets in the packaging and shipping areas to secure products for transport.

• Prepare cut material for shipment by packaging, labeling, and staging orders according to shipping requirements.

• Load and unload trucks at receiving docks using appropriate material handling equipment.

• Push, pull, lift, and move materials weighing up to 75 pounds on a consistent basis.

• Learn and rotate through multiple production areas as needed, allowing the company to place you where your skills are the best fit.

• Follow all safety procedures, use required personal protective equipment, and maintain a clean and organized work area.

• Participate in training on first shift and transition to second or third shift upon completion of training.

• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and resolve issues that arise during operations.

Essential Skills

• Ability to use a tape measure accurately down to 1/16 of an inch.

• Ability to convert fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions; willingness to complete short math tests during the hiring process.

• Capability to lift, push, pull, and move up to 75 pounds on a consistent basis.

• Willingness to train on day shift and then work second and/or third shift as required.

• Comfort working in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

• Motivated, determined, and eager to learn and grow within a production role.

• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to learn operation of production machinery and material handling equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Manufacturing, construction, or other skilled trade experience preferred.

• Experience working with steel or metal processing is a strong plus.

• Previous experience as a water jet or laser operator is highly desirable.

• Forklift operating experience is preferred.

• Experience using overhead cranes to move materials is a plus.

• Prior use of micrometers, calipers, and gauges is beneficial.

• Openness to candidates coming directly from school who are highly motivated and eager to develop their skills.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing, well-established metals operation that continually reinvests in its facilities and equipment, providing a modern, clean, and safety-focused workplace. The company offers a clear path from contract to direct employment, with opportunities for pay increases upon conversion and additional shift differentials for second and third shift. Employees benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package that includes benefits and 401(k), as well as profit sharing opportunities each year. The organization supports employees with practical perks such as boot vouchers, annual boot replacements, safety glass vouchers for prescription eyewear, and company-provided clothing and uniforms that are laundered at no cost. You will have the chance to grow your skills across multiple production areas and build a long-term career in a stable and supportive environment.

Work Environment

You will work in a midsize alloy facility that specializes in heat-resistant and corrosion-resistant metal material supply. The site employs approximately 70–80 people and serves as the largest corporate location, operating in a brand-new building that is extremely clean, well lit, spacious, and strongly focused on safety. The operation runs three shifts: 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., and 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m., with current needs primarily on second and third shift and training conducted on first shift for a period that may range from a few weeks to a couple of months depending on your progress. You will work around laser cutting machines, water jet cutting equipment, saws, band saws, shears, and various material handling systems including forklifts, overhead cranes, and overhead suction cup lifters. Required personal protective equipment includes a hard hat, steel-toe footwear (with metatarsal protection required over time), arm guards, and ear protection in designated areas. Until uniforms are issued, you may wear jeans and t‑shirts, and the company provides a t‑shirt upon hire; once you convert to direct employment, uniforms are provided and laundered for you at no cost. The environment emphasizes teamwork, continuous improvement, and safe, efficient production across all shifts.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Maumee, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $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 Maumee,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 13, 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.

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