General Laborer

The General Laborer supports a fast-paced manufacturing operation by performing a variety of hands-on tasks, including grinding, assembly, loading and unloading materials, and using hand and power tools. This role contributes directly to production quality and efficiency within a conveyor-based door manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform general labor tasks to support daily production needs in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively for grinding, sanding, deburring, and other production activities.
• Assist with assembly tasks, ensuring components are accurately fitted and secured according to specifications.
• Load and unload materials, parts, and finished products to and from workstations, conveyors, and storage areas.
• Support paint preparation activities, including sanding, masking, and cleaning parts prior to painting.
• Operate or assist in operating spray guns and work in or around paint booths as needed for production.
• Monitor parts moving on a conveyor-type system and ensure work is completed within required timeframes.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, following all safety and housekeeping standards.
• Participate in cross-training to learn multiple tasks within the facility and provide support where needed.
• Collaborate with other team members to meet production goals and assist coworkers in different areas when required.

• Previous manufacturing background, preferably in a heavy industrial environment.
• Experience performing general labor or general production tasks in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to safely use hand tools such as grinders, sanders, and basic assembly tools.
• Ability to safely use power tools for grinding, sanding, and related production work.
• Comfort working in a very fast-paced, conveyor-based production environment.
• Willingness to cross-train and perform a variety of tasks across the facility.
• Reliable attendance and ability to maintain a consistent work schedule.

• Experience with machine operation in a manufacturing or production setting.
• background in deburring and grinding metal or similar materials.
• Experience with assembly work in a production environment.
• Familiarity with painting processes, including paint preparation and paint booth operations.
• Experience using a spray gun for painting or coating applications.
• Manufacturing experience outside of food production and distribution environments is preferred.

You will join a workplace where all employees receive equal treatment and recognition, regardless of how they joined the organization. The role offers a clear path to permanent employment around the six-month mark, providing long-term stability and growth potential. You can count on a consistent schedule that supports work-life balance, along with monthly employee appreciation lunches that recognize your contributions and help build a strong sense of team.

Work Environment

This position is based in a door manufacturing facility that operates on a conveyor-type production system. The environment is very fast paced, with continuous movement of parts and materials through various stages of production. You will work with hand tools, power tools, grinding and sanding equipment, and may work in or near paint booths and spray gun operations. The role involves standing for extended periods, handling materials, and frequently moving between different workstations as part of cross-training and team support. The facility emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and teamwork, and expects employees to be flexible and willing to help in multiple areas as production needs change.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fontana, CA.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in Fontana,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2026.

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.