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Job Title: General Laborer - 2nd Shift 2:30pm-11pm Potential OT

Job Description

This 2nd shift general labor position focuses on performing quality inspections on door hardware components produced by machines. You will visually inspect parts, take measurements, accurately count items, and document inspection results to ensure products meet established quality standards.

Recent consutrction or manufacturing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual quality inspections on door hardware pieces produced by machines.
• Use measuring tools, including a tape measure, to verify product dimensions and specifications.
• Accurately count parts and record quantities in logs or on required documentation.
• Document inspection findings clearly and legibly according to established procedures.
• Identify and separate defective or nonconforming parts based on inspection criteria.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support efficient production and inspection.
• Follow all safety guidelines and standard operating procedures while working on the production floor.
• Sit or stand for extended periods while performing repetitive inspection and counting tasks.
• Work collaboratively with production and inspection team members to meet quality and output goals.

Essential Skills

• Experience performing general labor or production work in a manufacturing or similar environment.
• Ability to use a tape measure accurately for basic measurements.
• Basic quality control skills, including visual inspection and measuring.
• Strong attention to detail to identify defects and ensure accurate counts.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time while performing repetitive tasks.
• Capability to complete basic documentation and record inspection results clearly.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience as a production worker or inspector in a hardware or manufacturing setting.
• Comfort working in a small team environment.
• Reliability and consistency in following established procedures and quality standards.
• Experience in manufacturing or construction.
• Use of basic hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to lift up to 49lbs independently and 50lbs+ team lift.

Why Work Here?

You will join a small, close-knit team where your attention to detail and reliability directly contribute to the quality of the final product. The environment offers the opportunity to develop hands-on experience in quality inspection and production, with clear procedures and expectations that support success in the role.

Work Environment

This role is based in a small hardware production facility with a team of approximately nine people. The work is performed on-site in a production and inspection area, requiring extended periods of sitting or standing while inspecting, counting, and documenting door hardware pieces.

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

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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 Fontana,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 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.