Job Title: General Production WorkerJob DescriptionThis role involves working in a heavy industrial scrap metal environment, sorting and organizing metal materials for processing and recycling. You will handle materials, load and unload trucks, and move metal parts throughout the facility. The position is highly physical and requires regular lifting of up to 50 pounds while working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Responsibilities
- Sort and organize various types of metals for processing and recycling according to established procedures.
- Handle materials safely and efficiently, including lifting, carrying, and moving metal parts from one area to another.
- Unload trucks and load trucks with metal materials using appropriate tools and equipment as directed.
- Work approximately 50% of the time inside the warehouse and 50% of the time outside in the yard.
- Perform physically demanding tasks, including regularly lifting up to 50 pounds and standing or walking for extended periods.
- Follow all safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat, safety glasses, high-visibility vest, steel-toed boots, and ear protection.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area in both the warehouse and yard, even in a dirtier industrial environment.
- Operate within a loud industrial setting around heavy equipment and machinery while remaining alert and safety-focused.
- Collaborate with team members and supervisors to complete daily production and material handling tasks on schedule.
- Adapt to changing weather conditions when working outdoors and use provided rain gear or other protective equipment as needed.
Essential Skills
- Experience working in manufacturing, warehousing, or industrial environments.
- Comfort working in a heavy industrial setting, including exposure to noise, dirt, and heavy equipment.
- Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks throughout the shift.
- Willingness to work approximately 50% of the time outdoors and 50% indoors.
- Commitment to wearing all required PPE at all times, including hard hat, safety glasses, high-visibility vest, steel-toed boots, and ear plugs.
- Reliability and consistency in following safety protocols and workplace procedures.
- Basic familiarity with general labor, production, manufacturing, warehouse distribution, industrial work, or materials handling.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Prior experience in a scrap metal yard, recycling facility, or similar heavy industrial environment is beneficial.
- Strong work ethic and willingness to perform physically demanding tasks in a variety of conditions.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a busy industrial setting.
- Comfort working in loud environments with heavy equipment and machinery operating nearby.
- Openness to learning new processes and adapting to changing production needs.
Why Work Here?Employees benefit from a comprehensive and competitive package that rewards hard work and long-term commitment. The organization offers union-based pay raises every year, performance raises, and multiple bonus opportunities, including quarterly and performance-based bonuses. The benefits program includes affordable medical coverage with a low deductible, as well as dental and vision coverage. Team members can contribute up to 50% of their wages to a 401(k) plan, supported by a generous 15% company match, along with a pension that receives an hourly contribution for every hour worked. The company operates with a long-standing, family-oriented approach and places strong emphasis on taking care of employees and sharing success through profit sharing and long-term financial benefits. Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a heavy industrial scrap metal yard with both indoor warehouse and outdoor yard work. The environment is on the dirtier side, with exposure to dust, debris, and varying weather conditions; rain gear is provided for outdoor work. Noise levels can be high due to heavy equipment and machinery operating in many areas, and employees must remain alert and safety-conscious. The standard schedule is first shift, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Personal protective equipment is mandatory and includes a hard hat, steel-toed boots, safety glasses, high-visibility vest, and ear plugs. The organization has a long history and maintains a family-owned culture, emphasizing employee care, safety, and a supportive industrial work environment. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $23.50 - $23.50/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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Portland,OR.
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):
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