General Production Worker

Aerotek
Hiawatha, IA

Now Hiring 1st and 2nd Shift General Production Workers!

Day Shift | Clean, Temperature‑Controlled Facility

Looking for steady hours, hands‑on work, and opportunities to learn new skills?

We’re hiring a General Production Worker to support assembly and warehouse operations in a clean, well‑organized manufacturing environment. This role offers cross‑training across multiple departments and the chance to build valuable production and manufacturing skills.

What You’ll Do
  • Perform a variety of assembly and warehouse tasks
  • Operate equipment including:
    • Saws
    • Crimpers
    • Assembly lathes
    • Pressure testers
    • Flush booths
    • Air‑powered tools
  • Assist with hose fabrication, crimping, and kitting of parts
  • Prepare finished products for shipment to customers
  • Perform cycle counting and physical inventory
  • Record assembly and production data accurately on paperwork
  • Use measuring tools such as calipers and tape measures
  • Read and interpret basic product prints and instructions
  • Rotate through areas such as the solvent flush room, ID center, and hose cutting
  • Participate in cross‑training throughout production and warehouse areas
  • Perform physical tasks including standing, bending, stooping, twisting, and lifting
What We’re Looking For (Required)
  • High school diploma or GED
  • 6+ months of experience in labor, manufacturing, or a similar hands‑on role
  • Ability to consistently lift up to 40 lbs
  • Basic comfort using hand tools and equipment
  • Willingness to learn multiple production processes
  • Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
Preferred (Nice to Have)
  • Experience in manufacturing or warehouse environments
  • Familiarity with:
    • Kitting
    • Hose fabrication
    • Forklift operation
  • Basic computer skills
Why You’ll Want to Work Here
  • Clean, temperature‑controlled facility
  • Cross‑training opportunities to build skills and increase versatility
  • Collaborative, team‑focused workplace with approximately 100 employees
  • Stable production environment supporting the OPM industry
  • Positive culture that values quality, teamwork, and growth
Work Environment & Schedule
  • Well‑maintained, safety‑focused production facility
  • Comfortable, temperature‑controlled workspace
  • Day shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
    • Optional earlier start as early as 5:00 AM
  • Hands‑on, active role supporting assembly and warehouse operations

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of HIAWATHA, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.35 - $20.35/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 HIAWATHA,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.

About Aerotek:

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.

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