General Laborer

This role involves performing a wide range of manual tasks to support the movement, storage, and handling of freight, stock, and materials. The general laborer reads and follows work orders or verbal instructions, operates basic material handling equipment, and ensures accurate documentation of units handled. This position plays a key role in maintaining efficient operations in storage, production, and loading areas.

• Attach identifying tags to containers or clearly mark them with identifying information to ensure accurate tracking.
• Read work orders or follow oral instructions to determine work assignments, material requirements, and equipment needs.
• Record the number of units handled and moved using daily production sheets or work tickets.
• Move freight, stock, and other materials to and from storage areas, production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, ships, and containers by hand or using trucks, tractors, and other equipment.
• Sort cargo before loading and unloading to maintain order and efficiency.
• Assemble product containers and crates using hand tools and precut lumber.
• Load and unload ship cargo using winches and other hoisting devices.
• Pack containers and re-pack damaged containers to ensure safe transport and storage.
• Carry needed tools and supplies from storage or trucks to work areas and return them after use.
• Follow established policies, procedures, and security practices to protect people, data, property, and facilities.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to understand instructions and complete documentation accurately.
• Analytical and problem-solving ability to handle unexpected issues during material handling and cargo operations.
• Ability to work effectively as a team player and maintain a high level of attention to detail.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment used for material handling, including trucks, tractors, winches, and other hoisting devices.
• Understanding of policies, procedures, and strategies related to local, state, or national security operations as they apply to protecting people, data, property, and institutions.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 0–2 years of experience in a similar or related role.

• Comfort using hand tools for assembling product containers and crates.
• Ability to interpret and follow work orders and production documentation.
• Basic familiarity with inventory tracking and documentation processes.
• Willingness to perform a variety of physical tasks, including lifting, carrying, and moving materials.
• Reliability and punctuality for scheduled shifts.
• Interest in learning to operate additional material handling equipment as needed.

You will join an environment that values teamwork, reliability, and safety, where clear procedures and structured workflows support your success on the job. The role offers consistent daytime hours and the opportunity to build hands-on experience in material handling and logistics. You can develop practical skills with equipment and tools while contributing to smooth, efficient operations. This position provides a solid foundation for growth in warehouse, logistics, or production settings.

This position operates in a warehouse, storage, or production environment where you handle freight, stock, and materials throughout the facility. You will work with material handling equipment such as trucks, tractors, winches, hoisting devices, and hand tools for assembling crates and containers. The standard shift runs from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, providing a consistent daytime schedule. The work involves standing, walking, lifting, and moving materials in and around storage and loading areas, including loading docks and potentially ship-side operations. You will follow established safety and security procedures at all times while working in a structured, process-driven setting.

This is a Contract position based out of Beloit, WI.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Beloit,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 2026.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.