General Laborer

Job Title: General Laborer

Job Description

The general laborer performs physically demanding work in an industrial grain-handling environment, supporting safe and efficient movement, storage, and loading of corn and corn by-products. This role involves working on and around rail cars, using tools to break up material blockages, and rotating through multiple operational areas within the facility.

Responsibilities

• Work while safely harnessed to rail cars to perform cleaning and material-handling tasks on top of rail cars.
• Rake and move corn on top of rail cars to ensure even distribution and proper loading.
• Use a rodding pole to break up corn buildup and material blockages in bins and other storage areas.
• Perform physically demanding manual labor throughout the shift, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• Unload corn from trucks and move it to the proper storage locations within the facility, following established procedures.
• Load corn by-products into trucks in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Operate conveyors, meters, and bulk weighers to facilitate accurate and efficient product loading.
• Rotate between key workstations, including the loading floor, silo operations, and loading bins with feed product that drops into trucks.
• Carry out housekeeping tasks in a dusty and dirty environment, including a significant amount of sanitizing and cleaning to maintain a safe and orderly facility.
• Follow all safety protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment, and report any hazards or equipment issues promptly.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of experience in manufacturing, farming, or construction environments.
• Hands-on experience with general labor tasks in industrial, agricultural, or construction settings.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work for the duration of the shift, including working at heights while harnessed to rail cars.
• Experience using hand tools safely and effectively.
• Experience using power tools in an industrial or construction environment.
• Experience in manufacturing operations, including basic familiarity with production processes.
• Farming experience, including working with bulk agricultural products such as grain or feed.
• Construction experience, particularly in environments requiring adherence to strict safety standards.
• Ability to work in dusty, dirty conditions and perform regular sanitizing and housekeeping duties.
• Capability to follow detailed procedures and safety regulations when loading and unloading products.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with loading, shipping, and receiving operations.
• Familiarity with operating conveyors, meters, and bulk weighers in an industrial setting.
• Comfort working at heights and on top of rail cars while using a safety harness.
• Ability to rotate between multiple workstations and adapt to changing operational needs.
• Strong attention to safety and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work a set daytime schedule with limited overtime.
• Interest in obtaining additional certifications to increase skills and earning potential.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package that supports long-term financial security, health, and work-life balance. The organization offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with company-paid life and disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Team members enjoy generous paid time off, negotiable to fit individual needs, plus eight paid holidays and parental leave for all parents. Annual raises and the opportunity to earn additional hourly pay for each certification completed reward skill development and performance. The schedule structure provides roughly 100 or more additional days off compared to a typical MondayFriday role, supporting rest, flexibility, and time for personal priorities.

Work Environment

The role is based in an industrial facility focused on grain and feed product handling. Team members work in areas that can be dusty and dirty and are expected to perform regular sanitizing and housekeeping tasks to maintain safety and cleanliness. Personal protective equipment is required and includes a hard hat, safety glasses, and ear plugs, with additional fall protection gear used when working harnessed on rail cars. Work involves exposure to noise, moving machinery, and outdoor conditions when working on or around rail cars and trucks. The position follows a first-shift schedule for a temporary assignment, running Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with limited overtime. Dress typically aligns with industrial work standards, emphasizing safety, durability, and compatibility with required protective equipment.

This is a Contract position based out of Watertown, WI.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $23.00/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 Watertown,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 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.