
Reclaim
Yorktown, VAContract / Full-time$17/hrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago
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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.
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Full job description
๐จ NOW HIRING: Reclaim / Scrap Operators ๐จ
๐ฐ Weekly Pay | ๐ญ No Experience Required | ๐ 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! ๐ฅ
Entry-Level Friendly
On-the-Job Training
Opportunity for Permanent Hire
Career Growth & Cross-Training
Rotating Schedule with Built-In Days Off
๐ง 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
๐น Remove protective film from aluminum sheets
๐น Operate reclaim equipment to separate reusable materials
๐น Support machine operators and production teams
๐งน Maintain a clean and organized work area
๐ฆบ Follow all safety procedures and environmental guidelines
๐ Operate pallet jacks and material handling equipment
๐ง Assist with machine cleaning and basic production support
๐ Follow Lockout/Tagout safety procedures
๐ท Wear required PPE and maintain a safe work environment
๐ค Cross-train in multiple production areas
๐ 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
๐ก No manufacturing experience? No problem! Candidates with a strong work ethic, good attendance, and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.
๐ Why You'll Love This Opportunity
๐ญ Work for a global leader in aluminum and metal composite manufacturing
๐ Cross-training and advancement opportunities
๐ค Team-oriented culture
๐ฆบ Strong commitment to safety
๐ช Stable, long-term employment potential
๐ฏ Learn valuable manufacturing skills
๐ Develop experience with industrial equipment and production processes
Benefits May Include:
๐ Paid Time Off
๐ค Sick Time
๐ฐ Competitive Compensation
๐ Career Advancement Opportunities
๐ Additional Employee Benefits Upon Permanent Hire
Schedule
Day Shift
๐ 6:00 AM - 6:15 PM
Night Shift
๐ 6:00 PM - 6:15 AM
Rotating Schedule
๐ 2 Days On / 2 Days Off
๐ 3 Days On / 2 Days Off
๐ 2 Days On / 3 Days Off
Enjoy built-in days off while maintaining full-time hours! ๐
๐ญ Work Environment
๐ฅ Fast-paced manufacturing facility
๐ก Non-climate-controlled environment
๐ฆบ Strong focus on safety and quality
๐ Work around large industrial equipment
๐ Steel-toe boots required
๐ Hearing protection provided
๐งค Gloves, safety glasses, and PPE required
๐ Company-provided shirts and jackets
๐ข 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! ๐
General Laborers
Production Workers
Warehouse Associates
Material Handlers
Forklift Operators
Entry-Level Manufacturing Candidates
Start your manufacturing career today! ๐ช๐ญ
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$19โ20/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
- Aerotek (this employer)47 open
- Tyson Foods31 open
- ManpowerGroup19 open
- 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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