Production Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Operator

Job Description

This role supports the safe and efficient operation of extrusion and plastic molding equipment in a production environment. You will assist operators with machine setup and monitoring, handle materials throughout the production process, and help maintain product quality and a clean, organized work area.

Responsibilities

• Assist operators in running extrusion and plastic molding machinery, following established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Monitor equipment during operation to identify basic issues, irregularities, or malfunctions and promptly report them to staff.
• Perform basic quality checks on raw plastic materials to ensure they meet required standards before production.
• Inspect finished packaging rolls for visible defects and verify they meet basic quality specifications.
• Handle and move stock, including loading and unloading materials from machines and designated storage areas.
• Trim excess materials from finished products to ensure they meet required dimensions and appearance standards.
• Clear and organize work areas by removing scrap, debris, and unused materials to maintain a safe and efficient production environment.
• Follow production schedules and instructions to support continuous operation on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule.
• Support general production tasks as needed, including basic machine operation and general labor duties.

Essential Skills

• Experience or strong interest in production, general labor, or general production work.
• Ability to assist with machine operation in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Capability to stand for long shifts in a factory environment.
• Ability to lift factory materials safely and repeatedly throughout the shift.
• Willingness to work a 2-2-3 rotating schedule (Saturday–Monday, then Tuesday–Wednesday, then Thursday–Friday).
• Flexibility to work either 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. shifts as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in machine operation, machine operating, or extrusion and plastic molding is beneficial and may be compensated at a higher rate.
• Knowledge in general production or manufacturing environments is an advantage.
• Comfort working with packaging rolls and plastic materials.
• Strong attention to basic quality standards and willingness to learn more advanced quality procedures.
• Reliability and consistency in following instructions, schedules, and safety practices.

Why Work Here?

The organization offers weekly pay, providing consistent and predictable income. Paid time off accrues over time, with 7 days available after the first year and 14 days after the second year, supporting work-life balance and time away from work. The company values reliability, offers stable rotating schedules, and recognizes prior experience with higher pay opportunities, creating a supportive environment for long-term growth.

Work Environment

This position is based in a factory production environment focused on extrusion and plastic molding operations. You will work around industrial machinery and packaging equipment, handling raw plastic materials and finished packaging rolls. Shifts follow a 2-2-3 rotating schedule, typically covering 12-hour shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The role requires standing for most of the shift and lifting factory materials regularly. The work area emphasizes cleanliness and organization, with a focus on safety and efficient machine operation. Appropriate industrial attire and safety gear are expected to support safe work practices around machines and materials.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Washington Court House, OH.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Washington Court House,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 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.