Production Associate

Job Title: Production Associate The Production Associate operates blending tanks to mix petroleum-based materials and additives according to established procedures. This role focuses on accurately weighing and measuring ingredients, monitoring the blending process, documenting production data, and maintaining strict safety and quality standards in an industrial manufacturing environment. Responsibilities Operate blending tanks and associated equipment to mix petroleum-based materials and additives according to established procedures and batch records. Work around blending tanks using valves, pumps, filters, and scales to control the flow and mixing of materials. Weigh and measure additives accurately and blend them with petroleum in specialized tanks to meet product specifications. Monitor the blending process continuously to ensure product quality, consistency, and adherence to production parameters. Collect product samples and transport them to the laboratory for testing and quality verification. Complete all production and quality documentation accurately, clearly, and in a timely manner. Ensure finished products are properly labeled, handled, and stored safely to maintain quality and traceability. Use hand tools, pallet handling equipment, and other production tools as needed for mixing, batching, assembly, packing, bottling, and order pulling activities. Perform inspection tasks to verify product quality and packaging integrity. Follow all safety policies, procedures, and environmental regulations while working around motor oil, petroleum products, and mechanical equipment. Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Essential Skills Minimum of 1 year of relatable experience in a production, manufacturing, or similar industrial environment. Ability to accurately weigh and measure materials using scales and other measuring equipment. Ability to document production and quality data clearly and accurately. Strong attention to detail to ensure correct blending, labeling, and documentation. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and standard operating procedures. Experience working with production equipment such as blending tanks, filler machines, and mixers. Capability to work safely around motor oil, petroleum products, and mechanical equipment. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with general labor, general production, or machine operating tasks. Familiarity with forklifts and pallet handling in a production environment. Experience using hand tools for basic production and assembly tasks. Experience in blending, batching, and mixing operations. Experience with packing, bottling, and order pulling in a manufacturing setting. Knowledge of inspection practices to support product quality control. Exposure to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Experience working in a unionized industrial manufacturing environment. Work Environment The role is based in an industrial manufacturing setting within a union environment. Work involves operating around motor oil, petroleum products, and mechanical equipment, with a strong emphasis on safety, environmental compliance, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). The position requires regular interaction with blending tanks, valves, pumps, filters, scales, filler machines, mixers, bottling lines, pallets, and various hand tools. The environment is production-focused, with routine handling of materials, packaging, and inspection tasks, and requires adherence to all facility safety rules and procedures. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, MO. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr. 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) Equal Opportunity Employer 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aerotek