Production Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Associate - 1st shift, $21-23/hour

Job Description

This role supports a fast-paced manufacturing operation that produces carbon used in water filtration systems. As a Production Associate, you handle bulk materials, operate equipment, and perform general labor tasks to ensure smooth and efficient production. You work with a variety of processes, including measuring product, shoveling carbon into bags, and maintaining a clean and safe work area, while adapting quickly to changing production needs.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable organization with very low turnover, reflecting a positive and supportive workplace culture. The company offers strong benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k), along with eight paid holidays while on contract. You benefit from a safe and well-maintained facility where safety is a top priority, and you can build a long-term career in a dependable and team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle bulk materials throughout the production process, including moving product and supplies safely and efficiently.
• Measure product accurately to meet quality and production specifications.
• Support batch making activities.
• Operate material handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Assist with machine operation, monitoring equipment during production and reporting any issues promptly.

Essential Skills

• Previous manufacturing or production experience.
• Previous sit down forklift operation experience.
• Demonstrated good job history with consistent and reliable work performance.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude toward learning and teamwork.
• Ability to perform material handling tasks, including moving bulk materials and using pallet jacks.
• Capability to shovel and pack materials into bags repeatedly during a shift.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment and adapting quickly to changes in production demands.
• Ability to lift up to approximately 50 pounds on a regular basis.

Work Environment

The role is based in a manufacturing plant on the east side of Columbus that produces carbon for water filtration systems. The work environment can be dirty due to the carbon process, and temperatures may be hot in the summer and cold in the winter. Despite these conditions, the facility is kept very clean and well maintained, with a strong emphasis on safety and proper operation of equipment. The position involves fast-paced, hands-on work with material handling, mixing, and machine operation, and requires comfort with getting dirty as part of daily tasks. Standard schedules include 1st shift from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 2nd shift from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

This is a Permanent position based out of Etna, OH.

The pay range for this position is $44720.00 - $44720.00/yr.

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.

Company performance bonuses, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Up to 112 hours of PTO first year, 401K w/ company match, employee discounts, medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, parental leave, wellness program, safety bonus, ongoing training and development!

This is a fully onsite position in Etna,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 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.