General Production Worker - WEEKLY PAY
- Watertown, SD, United States
$17 to $23.75 USD / hour
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- $17 to $23.75 USD / hour
- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
Job Title: General Production Worker - WEEKLY PAYJob DescriptionThe General Production Worker sets up, operates, and monitors manual and automatic metal casting machines to produce high-quality parts that meet precise specifications. This role involves inspecting products for dimensional accuracy and surface quality, adjusting equipment as needed, and safely handling materials and finished parts in a fast-paced production environment.Responsibilities
- Observe the continuous operation of manual and automatic machines to ensure products meet specifications and promptly detect malfunctions.
- Make machine adjustments as instructed to maintain product quality and efficient operation.
- Measure products using precision measuring instruments to verify dimensional accuracy.
- Visually inspect products for surface defects and dimensional inconsistencies to ensure conformance to specifications.
- Set up, operate, and tend metal casting machines to cast metal parts or products according to production requirements.
- Position and securely clamp or fix workpieces on machines to ensure safe and accurate processing.
- Remove finished products from dies using hand tools, air hoses, and other appropriate equipment.
- Trim excess material from parts to achieve final dimensions and finish standards.
- Perform general production tasks such as assembly, picking, and packaging as needed to support workflow.
- Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively to complete assigned tasks.
- Follow blueprints and work instructions to ensure correct setup, operation, and product specifications.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area and comply with all safety procedures in a production environment.
Essential Skills
- Previous machine operating experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
- Ability to set up, operate, and monitor manual and automatic machines, particularly metal casting equipment.
- Experience using precision measuring instruments to verify product dimensions.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and follow detailed work instructions.
- Skill in using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
- General production experience, including machine operation, assembly, picking, and packaging.
- Capability to perform visual inspections for surface and dimensional defects.
- Comfort working around moving mechanical parts, heat, and vibration in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality products.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Forklift experience is a plus.
- Experience in general labor within manufacturing or production settings.
- Ability to adapt to different tasks such as packaging, picking, and assembly based on production needs.
- Willingness to learn and follow standardized operating procedures and safety guidelines.
Why Work Here?You join a production team where your technical skills and attention to detail directly contribute to the quality of finished products. The environment offers consistent shift schedules and hands-on work with industrial machinery, providing opportunities to deepen your experience in machine operation and metal casting. You gain exposure to a variety of production tasks, allowing you to build a versatile skill set and advance your career in manufacturing.Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a manufacturing facility with continuous exposure to moving mechanical parts, extreme heat, and vibration. You will work around metal casting equipment, manual and automatic machines, and use hand tools, power tools, air hoses, and other production equipment throughout your shift. The role follows a structured shift schedule, with a noted 2nd shift operating Monday through Thursday from 3:15 p.m. to 1:45 a.m., indicating a multi-shift production environment. Employees are expected to follow all safety procedures and wear appropriate protective equipment suitable for working near heavy machinery and high-temperature processes. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Watertown, SD. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $17.00 - $23.75/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 Watertown, SD. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Watertown,SD.
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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Skills
- Precision measuring instruments
- Cast metal
- Trim excess material
- Assembly
- Packaging
- Workflow
- Use hand tools
- Inspection
- Attention to detail
- Work in shifts