Production Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Associate / 1st shift / $20/hr - $27/hr

Job Description

Join a dynamic team in Eldridge, Iowa as a Production Associate where you will play a crucial role in manufacturing high-quality tile decking and rooftop patio products. Our products are known for their durability and are used in a variety of residential and commercial applications across North America. You will be responsible for operating manufacturing equipment, using hand and power tools, finishing products, and reporting any equipment issues.

Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing equipment and use hand and power tools to fabricate and assemble products.
• Finish products and report any equipment issues promptly.
• Perform quality control checks on production.
• Assemble and package products according to specifications.
• Read and interpret basic blueprints and work orders.
• Set up manufacturing equipment for custom orders and designs.
• Complete paperwork for shipping and receiving tasks.
• Perform repetitive assembly tasks using hand and power tools, and automated equipment.
• Operate adhesive machines to bond tile and substrate materials.
• Pull inventory to fill orders accurately.
• Construct crates for outgoing shipments.
• Perform light fabrication tasks such as drilling holes, measuring, cutting, and sawing for product sub-assembly.

Essential Skills

• Strong hand and power tool skills.
• Experience in general labor and assembly.
• Ability to operate machines.
• Basic blueprint reading skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Carpentry skills are a plus.
• Manufacturing or mechanical skills are a plus.

Why Work Here?

Be a part of a close-knit team in a smaller shop where you are more than just a number. Experience significant growth, with the potential for further development as the company expands. Enjoy the benefit of working first shift hours only, with a president who works in-house every day. Look forward to potential opportunities for a new facility in 2025, paid vacation after six months, and an employee stipend during occasional travel. Additional perks include occasional overtime, a 401K plan, and competitive starting pay.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Eldridge, IA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $27.00/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 Eldridge,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 2026.

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.