General Production Worker - 3rd Shift

Job Title: General Production Worker – 3rd Shift

Job Description

This 3rd shift General Production Worker role involves operating production machinery, supporting blending processes, managing inventory, and performing quality control tests in a manufacturing environment. You will play a key role in ensuring products meet quality standards, supporting press-side operations, and maintaining a safe, organized work area while following all safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery safely and efficiently during 3rd shift operations.
• Support blending activities by following established procedures and ensuring accurate mixtures.
• Handle inventory control tasks, including tracking materials and products as they move through production.
• Perform quality control tests to verify that products meet required specifications and standards.
• Provide press-side technical support to keep production running smoothly and address basic issues.
• Follow all safety requirements and company procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
• Assist with shipping, receiving, assembly, and packaging tasks as needed.
• Operate sit-down forklifts to move materials, products, and supplies in a safe and efficient manner.
• Conduct visual inspections and basic checks on equipment and products to identify defects or issues.
• Maintain housekeeping standards by keeping work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Complete monthly reporting related to production, inventory, or quality as assigned.
• Use basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office programs, to enter data and complete documentation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience performing quality control tests in a manufacturing or production setting.
• Experience providing press-side technical support or working directly with production lines.
• Experience working in older manufacturing facilities and adapting to varying temperatures.
• Comfort working on 3rd shift and maintaining productivity and focus during overnight hours.
• Strong organizational skills to support housekeeping and monthly reporting requirements.

Why Work Here?

The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees and their families, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, pet insurance, HSA and FSA options, long-term care, and a 401(k) plan. Benefits are structured to be easy to understand, easy to access, and affordable, reflecting a commitment to employee well-being and long-term financial security.

Work Environment

The role is based in an older but organized manufacturing building, where production areas are somewhat clean and structured to support safe operations. Temperatures can vary, with the facility becoming hot in the summer and cold in the winter, so you should be comfortable working in changing environmental conditions. You will work around production machinery, forklifts, and material-handling equipment, and you will use computers and Microsoft Office tools for reporting and documentation. The position operates on 3rd shift, requiring overnight work hours, and adherence to all safety rules and housekeeping standards is expected to maintain an orderly work area.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Appleton, WI.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Appleton,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.