Job Title: General Production WorkerJob Description

Join a leading wire manufacturer in the western United States, renowned for producing galvanized and reinforcement wire along with an array of specialty wires. As a General Production Worker, you will play a crucial role in operating and monitoring the galvanizing line, ensuring safety and product quality in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

ResponsibilitiesOperate and monitor galvanizing line equipment, including payoff units, cleaning stations, zinc kettles, cooling sections, and take‑up/winding machinery.Feed raw wire into the line and ensure continuous, efficient material flow throughout the production process.Inspect wire for coating quality, diameter consistency, surface defects, and proper zinc adhesion.Perform routine adjustments to line speed, temperature, tension, and coating parameters to maintain product specifications.Handle zinc ingots, flux materials, and other production inputs safely and efficiently.Conduct basic maintenance tasks such as cleaning equipment, clearing jams, replacing worn components, and reporting mechanical issues.Follow all safety procedures, including PPE requirements, lockout/tagout, and hot‑metal handling protocols.Essential SkillsMechanical aptitude and general production experience.Ability to work in high-heat environments and at heights.Safety-oriented with a strong attention to safety protocols.Excellent attendance and reliability.Team-oriented with strong collaboration skills.Additional Skills & Qualifications2-3 years of tenure in a previous job is preferred.Manager reference required regarding attendance.Cannot be sensitive to heat or heights.Flexibility to start in various roles based on skill level.Why Work Here?

Benefit from being part of a unionized workforce in a company with a rich history spanning nearly a century. Enjoy a positive company atmosphere and the security of direct hire positions.

Work Environment

Work in a large wire fence manufacturing facility with a high-heat environment near molten zinc kettles. Safety is paramount due to the presence of chemicals and heavy machinery. The environment is loud with exposure to noise, fumes, and moving machinery. Shifts include swing and night schedules, requiring training on the night shift. Air conditions vary with seasonal temperature changes, being hot in summer and cold in winter. The galvanizing line operates on a 12 days on/2 days off schedule.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Kent, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $47840.00 - $47840.00/yr.

Benefits:\n• Medical\n• Dental\n• Vision\n• Health Savings Account\n• Dependent Care FSA\n• Company Paid Base Life Insurance\n• Life and AD&D Insurance\n• EAP\n• 401(k) – through the Teamsters Union\n• Pension – through the Teamsters Union\n• 9 Paid Holidays\n• Paid vacation & sick time

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kent,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 28, 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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