General Production Worker
Aerotek
Posted Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Posting ID: JP-005942702
Job Title: General Production Worker
Pay: $17 - $19 an hour
Shift: 1st & 2nd shift
Job Description
We are seeking dedicated candidates to join a plastic pipe extrusion company as material handlers. The role involves removing pipes from extrusion machines, stacking them onto racks, and preparing them for transport. Candidates will have the opportunity to get certified on forklift operation. Additionally, you will perform visual inspections of pipes and manage defective products. A successful candidate has the potential to be promoted to an extrusion operator position.
Responsibilities
- Remove pipes from extrusion machines and stack them on racks.
- Band pipes for transport to scales for weighing.
- Perform visual checks of pipes and load defective products onto scrap pallets.
- Opportunity to become certified in forklift operation.
Essential Skills
- General labor experience.
- Material handling skills.
- Willingness to work in a manufacturing environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Forklift experience or willingness to become certified.
- Experience in extrusion or injection mold environments is beneficial.
Why Work Here?
Start as a material handler and have the opportunity to progress to an extrusion operator. The role offers a structured career path and the potential for increased earnings.
Work Environment
The company is a large manufacturing facility specializing in plastic piping. Work shifts are 8am to 8pm or 8pm to 8am with a 2,2,3 schedule, including working every other weekend. The environment is dusty and not climate controlled, with significant time off throughout the year.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Louisville, KY.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.60/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)
This is a fully onsite position in Louisville,KY.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 12, 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.
Contact Information
Email: paragrawal@aerotek.com
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