This role is STARs-friendly: Skilled Through Alternative Routes.
74% STARs in role.
Job Title: General Laborer
Job Description
The General Laborer supports daily warehouse operations by moving and staging inventory, preparing materials for installation teams, and performing inventory counts and documentation. This role involves extensive physical labor, frequent use of material handling equipment, and hands-on work with tools in a fast-paced industrial environment.
Responsibilities
- Move and stage inventory throughout the warehouse using a pallet jack and other material handling equipment.
- Prepare and organize materials so they are ready and accessible for installers and project teams.
- Perform regular inventory counts and accurately document quantities, locations, and any discrepancies.
- Handle materials safely and efficiently, including heavy lifting and transporting items across the facility.
- Use hand and power tools to assist with general production, assembly, repair, and basic mechanical tasks as needed.
- Support installation activities by staging components, tools, and equipment in designated areas.
- Follow blueprints or instructions when assisting with construction, carpentry, industrial, or mechanical work.
- Contribute to quality assurance efforts by checking materials and completed work for accuracy and completeness.
- Assist maintenance and troubleshooting tasks under direction, using mechanical aptitude to help resolve issues.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with facility guidelines and safety standards.
- Demonstrate reliable attendance and punctuality to support consistent project and production schedules.
- Collaborate with on-site advisors and service teams to ensure smooth workflow and clear communication.
Essential Skills
- Proven experience performing extensive physical labor in an industrial, warehouse, construction, or similar environment.
- Ability to safely perform heavy lifting and repetitive physical tasks throughout an 8–10 hour workday.
- Experience with general production or warehouse operations, including material handling and staging.
- Proficiency using hand and power tools for basic assembly, repair, and mechanical tasks.
- Comfort operating pallet jacks and similar material handling equipment.
- Mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand and support troubleshooting and maintenance activities.
- Familiarity with inventory processes, including counting, tracking, and documentation.
- Ability to read and follow basic blueprints, diagrams, or written instructions.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance in all tasks.
- Consistent and dependable attendance record.
- Experience working on large industrial or warehouse projects, including exposure to major distribution facilities.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in construction, carpentry, or industrial environments.
- Experience with installation work or supporting installation teams.
- Exposure to large-scale projects at major logistics or e-commerce facilities.
- Experience in general labor, production, or mechanical support roles.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced warehouse with many moving parts and teams.
- Ability to work occasional Saturdays in addition to a standard Monday–Friday schedule.
This is a Contract position based out of Charlton, MA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Charlton,MA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 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.
Posting ID: JP-006266001