Production Operator

Job Title: Production Operator

Job Description

The role involves general loading and unloading tasks, assisting machine operators, and sorting parts into crates. While the parts themselves are small and lightweight, the crates may become heavy once filled.

Responsibilities

• Assist machine operators with loading and unloading tasks.

• Sort parts into crates ensuring proper organization.

• Operate machinery efficiently and safely.

• Inspect parts for quality assurance.

• Utilize hand tools and follow blueprints as necessary.

Essential Skills

• Experience in production environments.

• Proficiency in machine operation.

• Ability to perform assembly and general labor tasks.

• Forklift operation skills.

• Capability to inspect and package products.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in roles such as machine operator, laborer, assembly, or packaging.

• Ability to pick and pack items efficiently.

Why Work Here?

This position offers the opportunity for overtime, which can significantly increase earnings. There is a potential for a pay increase once you become a full-time employee, plus additional compensation for shift differentials.

Work Environment

Expect to work overtime, typically 50-60 hours per week, with flexibility required for early start times or staying late. Safety gear, including steel-toed boots and safety glasses, is mandatory.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $15.75 - $16.50/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 20, 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.