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Yorktown, VAContract / Full-time$17/hrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$17/hr
Location
Yorktown, VA
Schedule
Contract / Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Reclaim / Scrap Operator supports production at an aluminum and metal composite manufacturing facility by recycling scrap material and assisting machine operators. The role includes removing protective film, operating reclaim equipment, handling materials, and maintaining a safe, clean work area. It is contract-to-hire, fully onsite in Yorktown, Virginia, with rotating day or night shifts and built-in days off.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Aluminum Recycling, nice to haveProtective Film Removal, nice to haveReclaim Equipment Operation, nice to haveMaterial Handling, nice to havePallet Jack Operation, nice to haveMachine Cleaning, nice to haveLockout/Tagout, nice to haveLifting 50 Lbs, requiredStanding and Moving, requiredBending and Climbing, requiredReliability, requiredSafety Focus, requiredWillingness to Learn, required

Qualifications

Steel-Toe Boots, required

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

๐Ÿšจ NOW HIRING: Reclaim / Scrap Operators ๐Ÿšจ

๐Ÿ’ฐ Weekly Pay | ๐Ÿญ No Experience Required | ๐Ÿ“ˆ Growth Opportunities

Looking to get your foot in the door with a manufacturing company that offers long-term career growth? This is a great entry-level opportunity to learn production processes, gain valuable manufacturing experience, and work for a global industry leader! ๐Ÿ”ฅ

Entry-Level Friendly

On-the-Job Training

Opportunity for Permanent Hire

Career Growth & Cross-Training

Rotating Schedule with Built-In Days Off

๐Ÿ”ง What You'll Be Doing

As a Reclaim / Scrap Operator, you'll help keep production running smoothly by recycling scrap material and supporting machine operators throughout the plant.

Daily Responsibilities:

Recycle aluminum products that don't meet quality standards

๐Ÿ”น Remove protective film from aluminum sheets

๐Ÿ”น Operate reclaim equipment to separate reusable materials

๐Ÿ”น Support machine operators and production teams

๐Ÿงน Maintain a clean and organized work area

๐Ÿฆบ Follow all safety procedures and environmental guidelines

๐Ÿšœ Operate pallet jacks and material handling equipment

๐Ÿ”ง Assist with machine cleaning and basic production support

๐Ÿ“‹ Follow Lockout/Tagout safety procedures

๐Ÿ‘ท Wear required PPE and maintain a safe work environment

๐Ÿค Cross-train in multiple production areas

๐Ÿ‘€ What We're Looking For

Great Fit For Candidates With Experience In:

General Labor

Production

Manufacturing

Material Handling

Warehouse Operations

Loading/Unloading

Packaging

Construction Labor

Machine Operation

Forklift Operation

Qualifications:

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Comfortable standing and moving throughout a 12-hour shift

Ability to bend, stoop, climb stairs, and perform physical work

Strong attendance and reliability

Safety-focused mindset

Willingness to learn and grow within the company

๐Ÿ’ก No manufacturing experience? No problem! Candidates with a strong work ethic, good attendance, and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.

๐ŸŒŸ Why You'll Love This Opportunity

๐Ÿญ Work for a global leader in aluminum and metal composite manufacturing

๐Ÿ“ˆ Cross-training and advancement opportunities

๐Ÿค Team-oriented culture

๐Ÿฆบ Strong commitment to safety

๐Ÿ’ช Stable, long-term employment potential

๐ŸŽฏ Learn valuable manufacturing skills

๐Ÿ“š Develop experience with industrial equipment and production processes

Benefits May Include:

๐Ÿ– Paid Time Off

๐Ÿค’ Sick Time

๐Ÿ’ฐ Competitive Compensation

๐Ÿ“ˆ Career Advancement Opportunities

๐ŸŽ Additional Employee Benefits Upon Permanent Hire

Schedule

Day Shift

๐ŸŒ… 6:00 AM - 6:15 PM

Night Shift

๐ŸŒ™ 6:00 PM - 6:15 AM

Rotating Schedule

๐Ÿ“… 2 Days On / 2 Days Off

๐Ÿ“… 3 Days On / 2 Days Off

๐Ÿ“… 2 Days On / 3 Days Off

Enjoy built-in days off while maintaining full-time hours! ๐Ÿ™Œ

๐Ÿญ Work Environment

๐Ÿ”ฅ Fast-paced manufacturing facility

๐ŸŒก Non-climate-controlled environment

๐Ÿฆบ Strong focus on safety and quality

๐Ÿšœ Work around large industrial equipment

๐Ÿ‘Ÿ Steel-toe boots required

๐Ÿ‘‚ Hearing protection provided

๐Ÿงค Gloves, safety glasses, and PPE required

๐Ÿ‘• Company-provided shirts and jackets

๐Ÿ“ข Apply Today!

If you're looking for a hands-on position with room to grow, stable hours, and an opportunity to build a long-term manufacturing career, we want to hear from you! ๐Ÿš€

General Laborers

Production Workers

Warehouse Associates

Material Handlers

Forklift Operators

Entry-Level Manufacturing Candidates

Start your manufacturing career today! ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿญ

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Yorktown, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Yorktown, VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 22, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Yorktown,VA.

About Aerotek

Aerotekยฎ Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

How this job compares

Set against the 465 open Production Worker jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 11, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$17/hr
  • US median$19โ€“20/hr291 hourly ranges

This rate, $17/hr, is 13% below the US median midpoint ($20/hr) โ€” in the lowest quarter of Production Worker hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 465 open Production Worker jobs across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
Production Worker postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 0 to 1 year (45 postings).
Education
1 of the 465 open Production Worker jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 11, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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