Production Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Associate

Job Description

We are seeking multiple dependable and hardworking individuals to join our manufacturing team as Entry-Level Manufacturing Helpers. This role supports the production of high-quality plastic matting products through material handling, packaging, production support, and basic manufacturing documentation. Ideal candidates are safety-conscious, mechanically inclined, and comfortable working in a physically demanding manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lift, move, stack, and position plastic matting products weighing 85-250 pounds with team assistance and proper lifting techniques.
• Roll, wrap, package, and prepare plastic mat products for shipment.
• Assist machine operators with production activities and material flow.
• Count finished goods and raw materials accurately.
• Record production data, downtime, scrap, and other manufacturing information.
• Complete required paperwork and production documentation.
• Transport materials throughout the facility as needed.
• Assist with loading and unloading efforts and housekeeping to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Help process and regrind plastic scrap into reusable plastic pellets used in the manufacturing process.
• Follow all safety, quality, and operating procedures.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• At least 1 year of manufacturing, production, warehouse, or industrial experience preferred.
• Basic math skills, including counting and simple addition.
• Ability to read and complete production documents.
• Attention to detail and dependability.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn manufacturing processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Forklift experience is a plus but not required.

Why Work Here?

We offer 401k, profit sharing bonuses, attendance bonuses once full-time, and shift differentials. As a lean, family-owned business, we value our employees and provide a supportive environment for growth and development.

Work Environment

Our facility is not climate-controlled, and we are a family-owned business with 25 employees. We share the facility with another company. This opportunity allows you to work in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Payne, AL.

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $16.00/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 Fort Payne,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 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.