1St Shift Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

1st Shift and 2nd Shift General Production Workers

Job Description

• The General Production Worker performs manual and mechanical tasks to support the fabrication and assembly of foam and plastic containers. This role involves operating a variety of limited equipment and tools, following simple prints, drawings, and specifications, and ensuring products meet quality and safety standards. 1st shift from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m ($19/hr) or 2pm-10:30p.m. ($20/hr)

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of simple fabrication and assembly operations for foam and plastic containers.
• Pick parts and supplies from inventory according to instructions and production needs.
• Assist in setting up and operating cutting equipment, drilling tools, saws, glue applicators, assembly tools, drill presses, and hand and power tools.
• Cut stock materials to proper dimensions and tolerances as instructed.
• Perform gluing, taping, flame treating, and labeling operations according to work instructions.
• Carry out required masking and painting tasks to meet product specifications.
• Review product specifications for simple jobs and ensure work aligns with drawings and requirements.
• Conduct required tests, visual inspections, and dimension checks on finished and in-process products.
• Detect out-of-specification conditions and promptly notify the appropriate lead or manager.
• Follow safety precautions and quality standards throughout all production activities.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support efficient production and safety.

Essential Skills

• Ability to perform basic fabrication and assembly operations using hand and power tools.
• Experience operating cutting, drilling, saws, glue applicators, assembly tools, and drill presses.
• Ability to read and understand simple prints, drawings, and product specifications.
• Proficiency with basic math to measure, cut, and verify dimensions accurately.
• Comfort using a tape measure to ensure correct dimensions and tolerances.
• Ability to perform gluing, taping, flame treating, labeling, masking, and painting tasks as instructed.
• Attention to detail to perform visual inspections and dimension checks and identify out-of-specification conditions.
• Awareness of and adherence to safety precautions and quality standards.
• Physical ability to lift 20–30 lbs as part of regular duties.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Willingness to work up to 2 hours of overtime daily as needed.
• Willingness to work some Saturdays based on client-specific orders.
• Ability to work effectively in a potentially loud production environment.
• Reliability and consistency in following instructions and production procedures.

Why Work Here?

You will join a reputable organization that is growing and expanding, offering the potential to transition from a temporary assignment to a permanent role. The company values stability and long-term opportunity, providing a workplace where your contributions support ongoing growth and where you can build a lasting career.

Work Environment

This role is based in a production facility that can be loud at times due to operating machinery and equipment. You will regularly work with cutting tools, drill presses, saws, glue applicators, and other hand and power tools. The standard schedule is either a 1st shift from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. or 2nd shift from 2:00p.m to 10:30p.m with the expectation of up to 2 hours of overtime daily and some Saturday work depending on order volume. The work involves standing, moving materials, and lifting 20–30 lbs, requiring comfort in an active, hands-on environment where safety procedures and quality standards are consistently followed.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ontario, CA.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 Ontario,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 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.