Job Description

Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

This role supports a first-shift production team by applying carbide and slurry-based cladding materials to parts according to standard operating procedures and engineering drawings. The position involves operating within a clean, organized manufacturing environment, using measuring instruments and computer systems to ensure accurate, high-quality work. The General Production Worker contributes directly to the creation of wear-resistant solutions used in demanding applications.

Responsibilities

• Apply carbide and braze cloths in accordance with standard operating procedures and engineering drawings.
• Use measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and tape measures to verify cloth thickness, placement, and trimming requirements.
• Safely handle and use sharp instruments, including razor blades and trimming tools, following all safety guidelines.
• Perform basic math calculations to support manual and digital order processing.
• Navigate various computer platforms to access work instructions, drawings, job confirmations, and related production documentation.
• Use Excel spreadsheets proficiently to record, track, and maintain production and quality data.
• Follow detailed recipes to prepare slurry base cladding mixes to specified standards.
• Apply slurry to a variety of part geometries while maintaining required slurry quality characteristics.
• Operate production and machine equipment in a manufacturing environment, including tasks related to general production, assembly, packaging, and general labor.
• Push and pull carts weighing up to 100 pounds as part of material handling and workflow support.
• Oversee multiple furnaces, monitoring time and temperature settings to ensure proper operation and product quality.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude when working with tools, equipment, and production machinery.
• Manage time effectively to meet production schedules and support weekly overtime as needed.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three to five years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with machine operation in a production or manufacturing setting.
• Ability to push and pull up to 100 pounds on carts safely and consistently.
• Ability to oversee and monitor multiple furnaces, including time and temperature settings.
• Proficient use of measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and tape measures.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations for order processing and production tasks.
• Proficient use of Excel spreadsheets for recording and managing data.
• Ability to navigate various computer platforms to access work instructions, drawings, and job confirmations.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with production machinery and tools.
• Self-motivated with strong time management skills.
• Ability to work weekly overtime as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in general production, assembly, and packaging within a manufacturing environment.
• in general labor in an industrial or production setting.
• Comfort working with sharp tools and instruments while following safety procedures.
• Attention to detail when working with recipes, mixes, and material applications.
• Ability to maintain product quality while working with various part geometries.
• Strong work ethic and reliability in a structured production environment.

Why Work Here?

Employees join a team that focuses on delivering high-performance, wear-resistant solutions for demanding environments, contributing to products that support productivity and reliability for end customers. The organization values a clean, well-organized workplace and supports employees with clear procedures, defined work instructions, and access to modern tools and systems. Team members benefit from a stable first-shift schedule with opportunities for overtime, and they work in an environment that encourages self-motivation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

This position operates on a first shift schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with weekly overtime as needed. The work area is very clean and organized, reflecting a structured manufacturing environment focused on quality and safety. The role involves standing, moving throughout the production area, and pushing or pulling carts up to 100 pounds. Employees work with measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and tape measures, as well as sharp instruments like razor blades and trimming tools. The position includes overseeing multiple furnaces and using computer systems and Excel for accessing instructions and recording data. Attire is typical for a manufacturing setting, with appropriate safety gear and clothing suitable for working around machinery, furnaces, and production materials.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Albany, IN.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in New Albany,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 25, 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.

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