**General Laborer – CNC Manufacturing** **Location: Burlington, NC** **Pay: $16/HR** **Job Description** Seeking motivated general laborers to support CNC operators and fabricators in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role involves assisting with metal product preparation, deburring, grinding, and the use of hand tools and measuring equipment. Starting pay is **$16 per hour** in **Burlington, NC** . **Responsibilities** + Assist CNC operators and fabricators with daily production tasks + Prep metal products for machining and fabrication + Perform deburring and minor grinding operations + Utilize hand tools, tape measures, and other basic equipment + Conduct quality checks to ensure accuracy and consistency + Maintain a clean and safe work area + Collaborate with team members to meet production goals **Essential Skills** + 1+ year experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting + Ability to use hand tools, grinders, and measuring devices + Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail + Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical tasks + Commitment to safety and quality standards **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience working with metals or CNC environments + Basic knowledge of fabrication processes + Willingness to learn and grow within the company **Why Work Here?** Join a dynamic team in a CNC manufacturing environment where safety, precision, and teamwork are prioritized. Enjoy opportunities for skill development, career growth, and hands-on experience with advanced machinery in a supportive and collaborative culture. **Work Environment** This position is within an OEM CNC manufacturing facility, involving direct interaction with advanced machinery and fabrication equipment. The role requires adherence to strict safety standards and includes physical activity such as lifting, grinding, and handling metal products. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Burlington, NC. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $19.00/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 Burlington,NC. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Dec 12, 2025. **About Aerotek:** 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. 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.