General Worker Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: General Production WorkerJob Description

This role focuses on assembling and producing custom doors in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will work with a variety of hand and power tools, operate production equipment, and follow detailed measurements to ensure products meet quality standards. The position requires consistent physical activity, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively as part of a production team on either a day or night shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform product assembly and production tasks for custom doors according to specifications and work instructions.
• Use clamps, presses, sanders, nail guns, and other production equipment safely and efficiently throughout the shift.
• Operate hand tools and power tools to cut, shape, and finish materials as required for each order.
• Read and interpret tape measures to ensure accurate measurements and precise assembly of components.
• Use a computer to follow production orders, record work, or interact with basic production systems as needed.
• Lift, move, and position materials and finished products weighing up to 50 pounds consistently during the shift.
• Inspect parts and finished doors for quality, accuracy, and workmanship, and report any defects or issues.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of steel-toe footwear and personal protective equipment.
• Support general production activities, including packaging, material handling, and basic machine operation.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and maintain an efficient workflow.
• Work assigned shifts and be willing to work every other weekend day as scheduled to support production demands.

Essential Skills

• Ability to perform general production and assembly work in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools such as nail guns, sanders, and basic woodworking tools.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately, or at least understand the basics of tape measure reading.
• Capability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds consistently throughout the shift.
• Comfort working with wood products and related materials in a production setting.
• Willingness to work day shift (Monday to Friday 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.) with every other Saturday 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., or night shift (Sunday to Thursday 7:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.) with every other Friday 7:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and wear required steel-toe footwear.
• Basic computer literacy to interact with production-related systems.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in assembly, construction, carpentry, or any manufacturing setting is highly beneficial.
• Background in general labor, production, or general production roles.
• Experience with machine operation or machine operating in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Familiarity with forklifts or material handling equipment.
• Experience using calipers or similar measuring tools.
• Comfort reading or working from blueprints or basic drawings.
• Prior experience working with wood products in a production or construction environment.
• Experience in inspection or quality checks within a production setting.
• Background in packaging and preparing finished products for shipment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable manufacturing environment where hands-on skills are valued and developed. The role offers structured shifts, opportunities to build experience with a wide range of tools and equipment, and the chance to grow within a production setting that rewards reliability, craftsmanship, and teamwork.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing facility focused on custom door production. You will work with wood products and operate equipment such as clamps, presses, sanders, nail guns, and other hand and power tools, as well as basic computer systems. The environment is active and physically demanding, requiring frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds and standing for most of the shift. Day shift hours are Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with every other Saturday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Night shift hours are Sunday through Thursday from 7:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., with every other Friday from 7:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Steel-toe footwear is required as part of the dress code, and standard safety practices are emphasized throughout the facility.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Northwood, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.50 - $20.50/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Northwood,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 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.

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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.