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General Laborer

Aerotek and Careers
Ottawa, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 3/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2026
Job Title: General LaborerJob Description

The General Laborer will maintain a clean, safe, and debris-free environment on transfer decks, mezzanines, and automation zones, which include conveyors, lifts, shuttles, palletizing cells, and scanners/sensors. This position supports uptime and safety by removing debris, cleaning floors and equipment according to standard operating procedures (SOPs), and coordinating with maintenance and operations to schedule cleaning during automation downtime.

Responsibilities
  • Maintain cleanliness and safety on transfer decks, mezzanines, and automation zones.
  • Remove debris and clean floors and equipment per SOPs.
  • Coordinate with maintenance and operations to schedule cleaning during automation downtime.
  • Utilize industrial cleaning tools such as scrubbers and vacuums.
  • Communicate clearly and report hazards effectively.
  • Work safely during automation downtime and demonstrate mechanical aptitude.
Essential Skills
  • Experience in general labor and industrial cleaning.
  • Knowledge of Lock Out Tag Out Procedures.
  • Ability to follow sanitation SOPs and site standards.
  • Proficient use of industrial cleaning tools like scrubbers and vacuums.
  • Clear communication skills and hazard reporting.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience in working with electric pallet jacks, construction, and hand tools.
  • Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Why Work Here?

Enjoy above-market pay and opportunities for growth in a developing automation warehouse. Benefit from tuition reimbursement and a supportive work environment.

Work Environment

Warehouse conditions vary by zone, which may include cooler or warmer areas. The job requires frequent climbing of stairs and continuous walking on transfer decks and mezzanines. Two shifts are available: Tuesday to Friday from 7 PM to 5 AM, and Saturday to Monday from 5 PM to 5:30 AM. You will spend 50% of your time working on rollers, chest down, cleaning confined spaces and checking automation tracking tape, and 50% of your time walking inside automation stations, picking up spillage, debris, and wiping down automation equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ottawa, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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 Ottawa,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 12, 2026.

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.

Salary : $22 - $24

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