General Laborer @ Aerotek

Job Title: General LaborerPay: $21.50/hourJob DescriptionThe General Laborer supports production operations by performing a variety of hands-on tasks including stripping, folding, counting, taping, and gluing boxes. This role focuses on stacking and counting boxes as they come off the back of various machines, monitoring machine performance, and ensuring products meet quality standards through careful inspection and measurement.Responsibilities

• Strip, fold, count, tape, and glue cardboard boxes to support production workflows. • Stack and count boxes as they come off the back end of various machines, maintaining accurate quantities and organized pallets. • Move materials and finished products from the back end of machines to designated areas for assembly, packing, or further processing. • Feed machines with materials as needed and support basic machine operation tasks under direction. • Monitor machine operations, identify defects or operational issues, and promptly communicate concerns to operators, supervisors, or maintenance personnel. • Inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality standards, identifying non-conforming or damaged items. • Measure materials with a tape measure to verify accuracy and adherence to specifications. • Assist with general production, assembly, and packing tasks as required to meet daily output goals. • Troubleshoot minor issues related to product flow, stacking, or material handling and escalate when necessary. • Stack pallets safely and efficiently, maintaining a clean and organized work area. • Perform active, physical work throughout the shift, including lifting, carrying, and standing for extended periods. • Follow all safety procedures and guidelines in a loud, manufacturing environment. Essential Skills

• Minimum 6 months of manufacturing experience. • Experience with general labor and production work in a manufacturing setting. • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. • Ability to stand for 812 hour shifts while performing active, physical tasks. • Ability to use and accurately read a tape measure. • Capability to perform tasks such as folding cardboard boxes, stacking, and moving materials from the back end of machines. • Comfort working in a loud, noisy, and climate-controlled manufacturing environment that may be warmer in the summer. • Basic familiarity with machine operation, feeding machines, and supporting general production processes. Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Manual machine setup experience (preferred but not required). • Experience with assembly, packing, and general production work. • Ability to stack pallets safely and efficiently. • Troubleshooting skills related to basic production and material handling issues. • Reliability and consistency in performing repetitive tasks day to day. • Strong attention to detail when inspecting products and measuring materials. • Comfort working as part of a team with supportive supervisors in a collaborative environment. Why Work Here?Employees enjoy a supportive, team-focused culture with supervisors who invest in training and development. The workplace offers holiday lunches, employee appreciation events, and an end-of-summer company picnic with food, prizes, games, and giveaways. A comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, and retirement options, and there is a clear path for career growth from assistant machine operator to machine operator. Paid training is provided on all facility equipment and processes, overtime opportunities are available for those seeking additional earnings, and annual raises recognize strong performance. The organization promotes from within and values employees who are eager to learn and go above and beyond, contributing to a stable workforce with long-term tenure.Work EnvironmentThis role is based in Schenectady, NY, with a schedule of Monday through Thursday from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM and Friday from 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM. The work takes place in a climate-controlled manufacturing facility that can become somewhat warm during the summer months and is consistently loud and noisy due to production equipment. The position involves active, physical work that remains steady and consistent from day to day, including lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for 812 hour shifts. Overtime may be available. The environment is team-oriented with supportive supervisors and a culture that emphasizes safety, collaboration, and clear processes. Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Schenectady, NY. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $21.50 - $21.50/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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Schenectady, NY. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Schenectady,NY.

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.

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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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

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