General Production Worker @ Aerotek

Job Title: General Production WorkerJob DescriptionAs a General Production Worker, you will support daily warehouse and production operations by pulling, packing, and loading products onto pallets, while closely monitoring quality and inventory. This role requires consistent attention to detail, comfort with repetitive lifting up to 25 lbs, and the ability to stand for extended periods throughout a 10+ hour shift.

Responsibilities

• Pull and select products from inventory according to daily orders and production requirements.
• Pack products accurately and securely, following established packaging and quality standards.
• Load packed products onto pallets in an organized and stable manner to prepare for shipment.
• Monitor product quality throughout the packing and palletizing process and report any issues or defects.
• Stack orders on pallets based on daily order specifications and warehouse guidelines.
• Use RF scanners and other inventory tools to track, count, and verify product quantities.
• Perform regular inventory counting and verification to maintain accurate stock levels.
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines and site-specific procedures at all times.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in both warehouse and production spaces.
• Stand for 10 or more hours per day and perform repetitive lifting of up to 25 lbs as part of normal job duties.
• Comply with all plant floor rules regarding personal items, attire, and safety requirements.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and daily order schedules.

Essential Skills

• Previous experience working as a picker/packer in a warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution environment.
• Hands-on experience with general labor tasks such as picking, packing, palletizing, and production work.
• Ability to use RF scanners or similar handheld devices for inventory tracking and order processing.
• Comfort with repetitive lifting of up to 25 lbs and standing for 10+ hours per shift.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate order fulfillment, quality control, and inventory counts.
• Reliability and consistency in following established processes, safety rules, and GMP guidelines.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced warehouse or production setting and meet daily targets.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in warehousing, manufacturing, or distribution operations.
• Familiarity with packaging procedures and palletizing techniques.
• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
• Willingness to adhere strictly to dress code and personal hygiene requirements in a production facility.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with team members and notify supervisors of issues or time-off needs.
• Interest in learning new production tasks and potentially advancing into machine operation roles when opportunities arise.

Why Work Here? You will join a respectful, growing organization that places a strong emphasis on culture and treating employees like family. The environment encourages open communication, especially around scheduling and time off, and leadership works collaboratively with employees as long as expectations are clearly communicated. Team members enjoy working here, and high performers may have the opportunity to grow into roles such as machine operator as openings become available.

Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a warehouse and production facility with both first and second shift options. Typical schedules include a 1st shift from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with some weeks requiring 10-hour days from 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM, and a 2nd shift from 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM, with some weeks requiring 10-hour days from 3:30 PM to 2:00 AM, Monday through Friday. The facility is non-climate controlled, though it is described as not very hot. Steel-toe footwear is not required, but all employees must follow GMP guidelines and facility-specific dress code rules.

Hairnets and beard coverings (for beards longer than ¼ inch) are required before entering designated warehouse and manufacturing areas. Jewelry is not permitted on the plant floor, except for medical alert items and plain wedding bands that do not come off. False eyelashes, false nails, body glitter, and exposed nail polish are not allowed in the production facility, and perfumes or after-shave may not be worn anywhere in the facility. The environment is structured, safety-focused, and designed to maintain high standards of product quality and cleanliness.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of La Vergne, TN.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in La Vergne,TN.

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.

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.