General Production Worker

Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

The General Production Worker operates and tends a bead-blasting machine to remove excess debris from metal components after they have been painted or coated. This is a hands-on, standing role that involves loading and unloading parts, interacting with computer-controlled equipment, and regularly lifting items weighing 3050 pounds throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Load metal components into the bead-blasting machine according to established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Unload finished parts from the bead-blasting machine and ensure debris has been properly removed after painting and coating processes.
• Operate and monitor computer-controlled production machinery, making basic adjustments as needed to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Perform repetitive lifting of parts and materials weighing between 3050 pounds in a safe and controlled manner.
• Use pallet jacks and other material-handling equipment to move products and supplies within the production area.
• Package and pack finished parts for shipment or further processing, following standard work instructions and quality requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area around the bead-blasting and production equipment.
• Follow basic written work instructions, production schedules, and safety procedures consistently throughout the shift.
• Multitask between loading, unloading, machine operation, and packaging tasks to keep production flowing smoothly.
• Report any equipment issues, safety concerns, or quality problems to the appropriate personnel promptly.

Essential Skills

• Experience in general production or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate production and machine operation equipment, including bead-blasting machinery.
• Comfort with loading and unloading materials and products throughout the shift.
• Capability to lift between 3050 pounds repetitively in a safe manner.
• Ability to work with computers and interact with computer-controlled machines.
• Skill in using basic material-handling tools such as pallet jacks.
• Ability to read and follow basic work instructions accurately.
• Comfort working in a repetitive and tedious role while maintaining focus and quality.
• Ability to multitask across different production and packaging activities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with sandblasting, bead-blasting, or similar surface preparation processes.
• Experience in packaging, packing, or shipping within an industrial or production setting.
• Familiarity with industrial environments involving metal plating, coating, or finishing processes.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to following safety procedures.

Why Work Here?

This is a stable, year-round opportunity in a production environment that values people and long-term retention. When hired directly, employees can access benefits that support their well-being. Leadership emphasizes a people-first culture, offering support, fairness, and a focus on helping team members grow and stay with the organization.

Work Environment

The role is based in an industrial metal plating and coating facility with approximately 100 employees across three plants. The environment involves working around production machinery and metal parts in a standing position for the entire shift. Temperatures can be warm in the summer and cold in the winter in some departments, and employees should be comfortable working in these conditions. The work involves regular interaction with computer-controlled machines, bead-blasting equipment, and material-handling tools such as pallet jacks, with appropriate industrial attire required for safety and practicality.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.65/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 Portland,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 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.