Production Associate
$20 per hourAerotek
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Production Associate
Job Description
The Production Associate supports steel fabrication operations by deburring and grinding cut steel pieces using hand tools and power tools. This role focuses on producing clean, precise parts while maintaining a safe and efficient work area in a busy fabrication shop.
Responsibilities
- Deburr and grind down cut pieces of steel to remove sharp edges, burrs, and imperfections.
- Operate grinding tools, including a flapper disk tool running at approximately 11,000 RPM, in a safe and controlled manner.
- Use hand tools, such as hand chisels, to refine and finish steel components as required.
- Perform general labor tasks in the production area to support overall workflow and output.
- Assist with basic machine operating tasks as directed to support steel fabrication processes.
- Assemble components or parts as needed to meet production requirements.
- Inspect finished pieces for quality, accuracy, and adherence to specifications, and correct issues when identified.
- Troubleshoot minor issues with tools, equipment, or workpieces and escalate concerns when necessary.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including proper handling of tools and materials.
- Follow all safety procedures and use appropriate equipment to work safely in a hot, cold, dusty, and loud environment.
- Experience using hand tools in a production or industrial setting.
- Ability to safely operate grinding tools, including flapper disk tools running at high RPM.
- Background in general labor within a manufacturing, production, or fabrication environment.
- Basic machine operating experience in a shop or production setting.
- Production and assembly experience with metal or similar materials.
- Inspection skills to evaluate finished parts for quality and accuracy.
- Troubleshooting ability to identify and address basic issues with tools, equipment, or parts.
- Comfort working in hot, cold, dusty, dirty, and loud environments.
- Ability to follow safety guidelines and standard operating procedures.
- Prior experience in a steel fabrication shop or metalworking environment.
- Familiarity with grinding and finishing techniques for steel components.
- Ability to handle physically demanding tasks, including standing for long periods and handling steel materials.
- Strong attention to detail to produce clean, consistent finishes on steel parts.
- Willingness to learn new tools and processes in a production setting.
Employees benefit from a stable workplace with a track record of long-term team members, reflecting a supportive and consistent environment. The team regularly enjoys monthly pitch-ins, fostering camaraderie and a sense of community. Break areas are designed to be comfortable and welcoming, providing a pleasant space to recharge during the workday.
Work Environment
This role is based in a steel fabrication shop that can be hot or cold depending on the season and conditions. The environment is dusty, dirty, and loud, with ongoing grinding, cutting, and fabrication activities. You will work with steel materials and use tools such as a high-speed flapper disk grinder and hand chisels. The setting is industrial and hands-on, requiring appropriate work attire suitable for a fabrication shop and adherence to all safety practices and protective equipment requirements.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Louisville, KY.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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)
This is a fully onsite position in Louisville,KY.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jul 6, 2026.
About AerotekAerotek® 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.
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 meet 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 in solving 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.
Company Description
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 meet 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 in solving 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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