Production Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Associate Job Description

The Production Associate fills drums and pails with product and safely moves them throughout the facility to support efficient manufacturing operations. This role combines hands-on production tasks with general labor and material handling responsibilities in a manufacturing environment.

• Fill drums and pails with product according to established procedures and quality standards.
• Label, seal, and prepare filled containers for storage or shipment as required.
• Safely move drums, pails, and other materials throughout the building using appropriate equipment.
• Operate a forklift to transport materials and products within the manufacturing facility, following all safety guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with facility standards.
• Assist with general labor tasks in the production area as needed to support daily operations.
• Follow all production instructions, safety protocols, and company policies while performing assigned duties.

• Previous experience in a production or warehouse environment.
• Ability to perform general labor tasks in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience operating a forklift or willingness to learn and follow forklift safety procedures.
• Capability to handle and move drums, pails, and other materials safely.
• Attention to detail when filling, handling, and preparing containers.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and maintaining a safe work environment.

• Background in production, manufacturing, or warehouse operations.
• Comfort working with material handling equipment such as forklifts.
• Strong work ethic and reliability in a hands-on role.
• Ability to work collaboratively with production team members.

You will join a great small business that offers a supportive, people-focused culture where your contributions are valued. The environment encourages teamwork, reliability, and respect, giving you the opportunity to grow your skills while working in a close-knit and collaborative setting.

This role is based in a manufacturing facility where you will work in a hands-on production environment. The position involves working around drums, pails, and other materials, and regularly moving items throughout the building using material handling equipment such as forklifts. You can expect an active, physical work setting with a focus on safety, organization, and efficient production processes.

This is a Contract position based out of Independence, KY.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Independence,KY.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 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.