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Aerotek General Production Worker in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Production Worker
Job Description
This role supports a plastic manufacturing facility by assisting with daily production activities, including loading and unloading parts, preparing materials for cutting and coating, and helping ensure products meet quality standards and production goals. You will work on a set Monday–Thursday schedule on either first or third shift in a collaborative, manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
Load and unload parts and products onto pallets in a safe and organized manner.
Prepare parts and products for cutting to the appropriate measurements using provided tools and equipment.
Prepare parts and products to be shipped for powder coating, following established procedures and quality standards.
Follow and support quality standards and processes throughout the facility to ensure consistent product quality.
Help ensure production deadlines and goals are met by working efficiently and communicating effectively with the team.
Report any issues or problems with production, equipment, or materials promptly to the immediate supervisor.
Perform general production and machine operating tasks as needed to support manufacturing operations.
Use basic measuring tools, such as tape measures, to verify dimensions and specifications.
Assist with basic troubleshooting of production or machine issues within the scope of training and guidance.
Essential Skills
Previous manufacturing experience, including experience in a production or general labor environment.
Experience with machine operation or machine operating in a manufacturing setting.
Ability to use a tape measure accurately to verify measurements.
Basic mechanical aptitude to support general production and mechanical tasks.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and adhere to established processes and quality standards.
Capability to work scheduled 12-hour shifts Monday through Thursday on either first shift (5:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.) or third shift (5:30 p.m. – 5:30 a.m.).
Reliability and consistency in attendance to support production goals and deadlines.
Why Work Here?
The company designs and manufactures low-maintenance, attractive outdoor living and home exterior products made largely from recycled materials, combining innovation in material science with a strong commitment to environmental sustainability. Employees work in an organization that values its people, offers strong opportunities for advancement, and maintains a pace that is not overly fast and does not involve heavy lifting, supporting long-term growth and work-life stability.
Work Environment
This position is based in a plastic manufacturing facility that is not temperature controlled, so working conditions will vary with the seasons. The company operates multiple buildings within a short distance of each other, each supporting different business units, and you may interact with teams across these facilities. Work is performed on 12-hour shifts Monday through Thursday, with available first shift (5:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.) and third shift (5:30 p.m. – 5:30 a.m.) schedules. The production environment involves standard manufacturing equipment, pallet handling, and preparation of parts for cutting and powder coating. The work is not particularly fast paced and does not involve heavy lifting, supporting a steady, safety-conscious approach to daily tasks. Appropriate industrial work attire suitable for a manufacturing setting is expected.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Scranton, PA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Scranton,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 2026.
About Aerotek:
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 meets 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 solving for 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.
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.