Production Worker

at Aerotek in Newark, Delaware, United States

Job Description

Job Title: Production Worker

1st shift 6AM – 4:30PM Monday-Thursday $15/hour

2nd Shift – 7:30PM-6AM Sunday-Wednesday $16/hour

Great work environment, looking to hire IMMEDIATELY!!

Job Description

The Production Worker handles finished goods and supports production operations to ensure products are palletized, wrapped, staged, and organized according to quality and shipping standards. This role loads and unloads materials, performs basic equipment setup and adjustments, monitors machine interfaces, and responds to routine operational issues to maintain steady output and meet productivity goals. The Production Worker follows all safety, security, and housekeeping guidelines while contributing to a clean, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

+ Prepare and organize finished products in accordance with established guidelines and shipping standards.

+ Identify and verify product labeling to ensure accuracy and proper routing.

+ Palletize finished goods appropriately and coordinate the movement of materials to designated finish areas.

+ Verify correct materials for production runs and load or unload materials to and from assigned equipment.

+ Perform basic equipment setup and adjustments, including monitoring machine interfaces and controls.

+ Troubleshoot routine operational issues, respond to alarms or indicator lights, and clear material jams as needed.

+ Monitor quality, productivity, and output to support production targets.

+ Follow safety, security, and housekeeping standards to maintain a clean and safe work environment.

+ Support internal and external audit activities by completing assigned tasks, providing information, and maintaining required documentation.

+ Perform other related duties as assigned to support overall production operations.

Essential Skills

+ Experience working in production, general labor, or general manufacturing environments.

+ Ability to operate material handling equipment such as pallet jacks.

+ Basic machine operation skills, including monitoring interfaces and controls and making minor adjustments.

+ Ability to recognize obstacles in the production process and make minor operational adjustments while following safety and maintenance procedures.

+ Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.

+ Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team in a production-line environment.

+ Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.

+ Capability to stand, walk, twist, reach, grip, and grasp regularly throughout the shift.

+ Ability to lift and carry moderate weight and to push and pull materials as required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience using forklifts or other material handling equipment is beneficial.

+ Ability to communicate effectively in English is preferred.

+ Comfort working with automated production equipment and systems.

+ Willingness to support audit activities and maintain required documentation.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a temperature-controlled, very clean facility that promotes comfort and safety throughout the workday. The company fosters good morale and a supportive team atmosphere, encouraging collaboration and mutual respect. A four-day work week offers improved work-life balance and additional time for personal commitments, making this environment attractive for those seeking stability, efficiency, and a positive culture.

Work Environment

The role is based in a very clean warehouse and manufacturing environment with a temperature-controlled facility that supports comfort and safety. Most of the equipment is automated, which reduces many of the physical demands typically associated with production work, while still requiring regular standing, walking, twisting, reaching, gripping, grasping, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling. Work is production-line based, with a focus on consistent output, organization of materials, and adherence to safety and housekeeping standards. The schedule operates on a four-day work week within a structured, well-maintained facility.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newark, DE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $15.00 – $16.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Newark,DE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 2026.

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):

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.