Production Associate

Job Title: Production Associate-$18.50- Hiring ASAP!

Job Description

The Production Associate operates and monitors manufacturing equipment, supports material handling, and helps maintain consistent product quality in a collaborative, fast-paced production environment. This role works closely with team members to keep machines running efficiently, ensure safety and cleanliness, and support smooth production flow.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain production machinery to ensure efficient and safe operation.
• Load raw materials into the production line according to established procedures.
• Continuously monitor machines and visually inspect materials as they are being processed to ensure quality standards are met.
• Identify and report any equipment or production issues to the team lead promptly.
• Adjust machine settings as needed to maintain optimal performance and product quality.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with workplace standards.
• Work closely with other team members to meet production goals and uphold quality expectations.
• Support basic mechanical assembly and banding tasks as needed to keep production moving.
• Assist with packaging finished products and preparing them for shipment.
• Use forklifts or other material handling equipment, if trained, to move materials and products safely.
• Follow all safety guidelines and procedures while operating machinery and handling materials.

Essential Skills

• Experience operating or monitoring production or manufacturing machinery.
• Ability to load machines and handle raw materials safely and efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail for visual inspection of materials and products.
• Mechanically inclined with the ability to understand basic mechanical functions and make simple machine adjustments.
• Ability to perform basic mechanical assembly tasks in a production environment.
• Experience with packaging and banding processes in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, team-oriented production environment.
• Willingness and ability to maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Capability to follow instructions and communicate issues clearly to a team lead.
• Ability to wear and use required safety footwear such as steel toe or composite toe shoes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Forklift experience is a plus.
• Clamp truck experience is a plus.
• Quality inspection experience is a plus.
• Prior experience in production, manufacturing, or a similar industrial environment is beneficial.
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in working with machinery are advantageous.

Why Work Here?

You will join a brand-new facility with a close-knit, family-style atmosphere where collaboration and support are part of everyday work. As one of the first employees on site, you will have the opportunity to grow with the operation and help shape its culture. The facility features state-of-the-art equipment for the industry, offering a modern, well-equipped environment where you can develop your skills and contribute to a high-performing team.

Work Environment

The role is based in a brand-new production facility that emphasizes a collaborative and supportive culture where team members work together and help one another. The environment can be loud and may become hot at times, and the facility is installing large fans to improve airflow and comfort. You will work around state-of-the-art production equipment and machinery, handling raw materials and finished products in an industrial setting. Appropriate safety footwear, such as steel toe or composite toe shoes, is required before starting. The workplace encourages cleanliness, organization, and adherence to safety practices while maintaining a strong sense of teamwork.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jeffersonville, IN.

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $18.50/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 Jeffersonville,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 1, 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.