General Laborer – Altamont, IL

Industry: Manufacturing and Logistics

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We’re seeking a hardworking and reliable General Laborer to join our Post Hanger department. In this role, you’ll be responsible for lifting and securing posts on an overhead line to prepare them for the welding department. This is a physically demanding position that requires strength, stamina, and attention to detail.

Key ResponsibilitiesSafely lift and secure posts on an overhead line for welding.Load and unload parts from the paint line.Maintain a clean and organized workspace (including sweeping and mopping).Transport small parts using wheeled carts.Perform basic math operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.Required Skills & ExperienceMinimum 1 year of manufacturing experience in a general labor role.Hands-on experience with hand tools and inspection processes.Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and stand for extended periods (8+ hours/day).Proficiency in basic math operations.Preferred QualificationsExperience in picking, packing, and general production.Familiarity with assembly processes and power tools.Why Join Us?Be part of a family-owned company with a strong reputation in the seating manufacturing industry.Competitive pay with opportunities for raises and promotions.Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, and paid time off.Work in a supportive environment where your contributions make a real impact.Work EnvironmentTraditional manufacturing shop setting with up to 100 employees.Industry-leading manufacturer of telescopic seating, organized into production “cells” for efficient assembly.Moderate noise level typical of manufacturing facilities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Altamont, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.64 - $17.31/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Altamont,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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