Production Operator

Job Title: General Production

Job Description

General Production supports daily manufacturing operations by loading and unloading materials, assisting machine operators, and sorting small, lightweight parts into crates. This role plays a key part in keeping production lines running efficiently, safely, and on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials and parts to support continuous production flow.
• Assist machine operators with setup, operation, and basic adjustments as needed.
• Sort small, lightweight parts into crates accurately and efficiently.
• Handle crates that may become heavy once filled with parts, following proper lifting and safety procedures.
• Perform general labor tasks to support production, including cleaning work areas and organizing materials.
• Operate production machinery and equipment in accordance with established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Conduct basic assembly and packaging tasks to prepare products for shipment.
• Use hand tools as required for production, assembly, or minor adjustments.
• Inspect parts and products for quality, identifying defects or inconsistencies and reporting issues promptly.
• Read and interpret simple blueprints or work instructions to ensure correct processing of parts.
• Follow all safety rules, including wearing required protective equipment such as steel-toe footwear and safety glasses.
• Maintain a high level of productivity while working overtime hours as needed to meet production demands.

Job Type & Location

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

The pay range for this position is $15.75 - $16.50/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 Richmond,KY.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 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.