Job Title: Production Worker
Weekly Pay | $18 - $20 per hour | Louisville, KY
Job Description
The General Production Worker supports manufacturing operations by assisting welders, operating forklifts, assembling components, and performing various production tasks such as unloading trucks, drawer assembly, powder coating, and painting. This role plays a key part in maintaining efficient production flow and ensuring products meet quality standards.
Responsibilities
Support welders on the production floor by preparing materials, organizing parts, and assisting with workflow as needed.
Operate forklifts safely to move materials, components, and finished products throughout the facility.
Load and unload trucks, ensuring materials are handled carefully and placed in the correct locations.
Perform drawer assembly and other product assembly tasks according to work instructions and quality standards.
Assist with powder coating and painting processes as required, following safety and quality guidelines.
Operate production and general machinery as needed, adhering to all safety procedures.
Carry out general labor and production duties such as material handling, staging, and basic cleaning of work areas.
Follow established production schedules, work orders, and instructions to meet daily output goals.
Inspect work for accuracy and quality, reporting any defects or issues to supervisors.
Participate in a 30-minute interview and evaluation process with a floor supervisor to review skills and fit for the production environment.
Essential Skills
Experience with general production or manufacturing work.
Ability to perform general labor tasks, including lifting, moving, and handling materials.
Proficiency in assembly work, including accurate and efficient component and drawer assembly.
Experience loading and unloading trucks in a production or warehouse setting.
Ability to operate basic production machinery and equipment.
Capability to follow written and verbal instructions and standard operating procedures.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
Willingness to work collaboratively with welders and other production team members.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Prior experience in a metal fabrication, coating, or similar industrial environment is beneficial.
Comfort working in a fast-paced production setting.
Ability to adapt to different tasks and learn new equipment or processes as needed.
Work Environment
This position is based on a production floor in a manufacturing facility. You will work around welders, forklifts, and various production machinery, including equipment used for assembly, powder coating, and painting. The environment is active and fast-paced, requiring consistent attention to safety procedures and awareness of moving equipment and materials. Work hours and shifts follow typical production schedules and may vary based on operational needs. Appropriate work attire suitable for a shop or industrial setting is required, including any safety gear provided or mandated by the facility.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Louisville, KY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $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 Louisville,KY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 24, 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.
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.
