Production Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Associate

Job Description

The Production Associate supports cradle-to-grave manufacturing of magnet wire products in a highly automated, clean, and temperature-controlled facility. This role focuses on material handling, operating and monitoring fully automated production lines, and ensuring products meet detailed quality specifications for automotive customers. The position requires strong attention to detail, safe work practices, and the ability to work independently on 12-hour shifts within a modern, growth-oriented manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Stage and organize raw materials, feeding wire into production lines to maintain continuous operations.
• Set up and operate automated machinery by reading and interpreting specification sheets.
• Monitor production using HMI systems, ensuring quality and performance standards are met.
• Troubleshoot minor machine issues and escalate complex problems to minimize downtime.
• Perform in-process quality checks, collect samples, and document production updates.
• Use overhead cranes and forklifts to move materials and finished goods safely.
• Inspect products visually and with basic measurement tools to ensure specifications are met.
• Support the full wire production process, including shaping, coating, curing, and spooling.
• Maintain strict cleanliness and organization standards in a controlled production environment.
• Follow all safety procedures, including working at heights and using proper equipment.
• Multitask across production, material handling, and quality responsibilities independently.
• Assist with general production tasks such as assembly, packaging, and inspection.
• Demonstrate reliability, strong attendance, and professionalism in a customer-facing environment.
• Participate in training and continuous improvement, expanding skills and responsibilities over time.

Essential Skills

• Experience in general labor, production, manufacturing, warehouse, or construction environments, with the ability to translate those skills to automated manufacturing.
• Experience in general labor, manufacturing, warehouse, or construction; able to adapt to automated production environments.
• Ability to read and understand work orders and specifications in English.
• Physically capable of standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs throughout 12-hour shifts.
• Comfortable working at heights and in industrial environments.
• Willing to work 12-hour shifts on a rotating 2/2/3 schedule (days or nights).
• Open to forklift training; prior experience preferred but not required.
• Mechanically inclined with aptitude to learn and operate machinery.
• Ability to operate/monitor automated equipment and use HMI systems.
• Basic troubleshooting skills with judgment to escalate issues when needed.
• Experience with quality inspection and use of basic measurement tools.
• Able to perform production tasks (assembly, packaging, loading, inspection).
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to quality standards, especially in automotive environments.
• Self-motivated with ability to work safely and independently.
• Reliable work history demonstrating consistency and commitment.
• Willingness to multitask, maintain cleanliness, and support facility organization.
• Professional demeanor when working in customer-facing production environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience as a machine operator, machine operator helper, or production operator.
• Prior forklift certification or forklift operating experience.
• Experience with general production, assembly lines, or manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with hand tools, tape measures, and basic mechanical tools.
• Experience with packaging, packing, loading, and warehouse operations.
• Experience in quality inspection or quality-focused roles in manufacturing.
• Mechanical aptitude and interest in working with automated equipment and machinery.
• Experience reading blueprints or technical documents is beneficial.
• Prior lead or supervisory experience in manufacturing can support faster advancement into lead-level roles.
• Strong soft skills, including communication, teamwork, and willingness to learn.
• Openness to training and development, especially for candidates with less direct production experience.

Available Shifts & Pay

• 1st shift: 8am-8pm, on a 2/2/3 schedule - $21.11
• 3rd shift: 8pm-8am, on a 2/2/3 schedule - $22.36

Why Work Here?

Employees join a growing department that offers clear paths for career and financial advancement in a modern, automated manufacturing environment. The facility provides a clean, temperature-controlled, and non-union workplace focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Team members enjoy weekly pay once converted to full-time, along with medical, dental, and vision benefits, a 401(k) plan, 11 paid holidays, paid breaks while on site, and scheduled vacation days after conversion. A structured attendance incentive program rewards consistent reliability, and the department’s rapid growth creates strong opportunities to move into higher-paying lead roles for those who demonstrate initiative and strong performance.

Work Environment

The role is based in a new, highly automated production building that closely resembles a clean room, designed to support regulated environments and automotive customers. The 700 building is temperature controlled, very clean, and less industrial in feel, with a strong emphasis on attention to detail, cleanliness, and self-motivation. Automated lines run continuously and handle the full process of shaping, enameling, curing, and spooling magnet wire, with operators primarily focused on material handling, monitoring, and quality checks. The facility uses overhead cranes and forklifts for moving raw materials and finished spools, and employees are trained to operate this equipment safely. Work involves using grated stairs to access upper levels and requires comfort working at moderate heights. Shifts follow a 2/2/3 schedule, with 12-hour shifts available on first shift (8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.) and third shift (8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.). The environment is structured, safety-focused, and quality-driven, with on-site automotive customers observing operations, encouraging professionalism and consistent high standards.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Franklin, IN.

The pay range for this position is $21.11 - $22.36/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 Franklin,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 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.