Job Title: General Production Worker

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a General Production Worker in our wood shop. You will be part of a dedicated workforce that contributes to the production of high-quality steel trusses, wall panels, and wood components. Depending on current needs, you may be placed in either the Steel Shop or Wood Shop, with roles available as a Builder, Catcher, or another essential position.

Responsibilities

• Builder: Assemble trusses by pre-cutting and labeling them according to the work order. Set up jigs and tack plates, requiring precision in reading measurements to 1/16th of an inch, and use a hammer and staple gun. Occasionally, crawl on knees to tack boards.
• Another Position: Stand trusses upright in the yard, coordinating with the forklift operator when necessary.
• Catcher: Collaborate with the saw operator to catch wood once cut to specifications. Use a carpenter square to check angles, stack wood on pallets, and label it. This role involves handling long boards.

Essential Skills

• Ability to lift 50lbs
• Proficiency in reading a tape measure
• At least 6 months of experience in labor, manufacturing, production, or construction work

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with forklifts and construction tools

Why Work Here

Enjoy a rewarding work environment where night shift employees receive payment for an additional hour each day, totaling five extra paid hours per week. Benefit from excellent internal benefits upon direct hire, including comprehensive health insurance, flexible PTO, and engaging company events such as employee appreciation days, cookouts, and food trucks. Temporary employees in the steel plant can earn a $50 attendance bonus for working additional hours.

Work Environment

Cascade Manufacturing Company is a leading Midwest manufacturer, providing a supportive work environment. Experience varying temperatures, with doors open in summer for ventilation and heating in winter. Dress code includes jeans, shorts, T-shirts, and steel-toed shoes. Employees must supply their own hammer, knee pads, and 25ft tape measure in the wood plant, while only a tape measure is needed in the steel plant. The company supplies hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, and hard hats. Shift schedules are as follows: 1st shift (6:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday-Thursday; 6:00 am - noon on Fridays), 2nd shift (3:30 pm - 1:00 am, Monday-Thursday; noon - 6:00 pm on Fridays), 3rd shift (11:00 pm - 6:00 am, Sunday-Thursday). Occasionally, Saturdays may be required during busy periods. Enjoy paid breaks and a structured shift schedule.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.07 - $23.07/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 CASCADE,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 28, 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.