Production Associate

Production Associate

Schedule: Rotating 2-2-3 Schedule | 12-Hour Shifts (Days & Nights)

Job Summary

We are seeking a Production Associate to support casting, furnace operations, material handling, and quality control in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for safely operating production equipment, moving materials, monitoring processes, and maintaining production records.

Responsibilities

• Operate casting, furnace, and production equipment.
• Monitor casting operations and maintain product quality standards.
• Charge furnaces, handle materials, and perform furnace-related tasks.
• Operate forklifts and front-end loaders to move materials and finished products.
• Conduct quality checks using testing and measuring equipment.
• Record production data, equipment readings, and quality results.
• Follow all safety procedures and plant guidelines.
• Assist with training new team members and supporting daily operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, production, construction, or heavy industrial environments.
• Forklift and/or front-end loader experience preferred.
• Ability to safely operate industrial equipment and machinery.
• Strong attention to safety, quality, and productivity.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and experience using hand tools.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Why Join Us?

• Stable, full-time position with a predictable rotating schedule.
• Hands-on experience with advanced industrial equipment.
• Opportunities for skill development and career growth.
• Safety-focused team environment that values continuous improvement.

Work Environment

This position is based in a hot, dusty, and noisy industrial plant. Employees work around furnaces, casting equipment, forklifts, loaders, and other production machinery while following strict safety standards.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Troy, MO.

The pay range for this position is $22.50 - $22.50/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Troy,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® 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.