Production Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Associate

The Production Associate supports industrial finishing operations by sandblasting parts, preparing products for painting, loading and unloading paint lines, and moving materials throughout production. This role requires physical labor, attention to safety, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Sandblast parts in a blast booth while following safety procedures.
• Prepare and stage products for painting and finishing.
• Load and unload flat panel products on the paint line.
• Move materials throughout the production area.
• Handle products carefully to maintain quality standards.
• Lift, push, pull, bend, and stand throughout the shift.
• Work with the production team to meet daily goals.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Complete hands-on training and follow all safety requirements.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs independently and team lift heavier items.
• Comfortable with repetitive physical work and material handling.
• Ability to stand, bend, lift, push, and pull throughout the shift.
• Comfortable working around paint lines and in a blast booth environment.
• Reliable attendance and flexibility for overtime and Saturdays as needed.

• Manufacturing, production, or warehouse experience.
• Paint line, blasting, or industrial coating experience.
• Experience handling large or awkward materials.

Join a stable, team-oriented manufacturing environment with hands-on training, opportunities to build new skills, and potential for long-term career growth.

Industrial finishing facility supporting heavy equipment and manufactured components. Training begins on 1st shift (Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM-4:00 PM) with occasional mandatory Saturdays. Future schedule will transition to 2nd shift (4:00 PM-2:00 AM). Work is performed around blast booths, paint lines, and large industrial products with required PPE provided.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Decatur, IL.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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 Decatur,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 6, 2026.

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.

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.