Production Associate

Job Title: Production Associate

Job Description

This role supports a fast-paced manufacturing operation that produces carbon used in water filtration systems. As a Production Associate, you handle bulk materials, operate equipment, and perform general labor tasks to ensure smooth and efficient production. You work with a variety of processes, including measuring product, shoveling carbon into bags, and maintaining a clean and safe work area, while adapting quickly to changing production needs.

Responsibilities

• Handle bulk materials throughout the production process, including moving product and supplies safely and efficiently.
• Pack and shovel carbon into bags, ensuring accurate fill levels and proper sealing for shipment or further processing.
• Measure product accurately to meet quality and production specifications.
• Perform miscellaneous labor tasks such as cleaning work areas, mixing materials, and supporting batch making activities.
• Operate production and material handling equipment, including pallet jacks and other machinery, in a safe and efficient manner.
• Assist with machine operation, monitoring equipment during production and reporting any issues promptly.
• Maintain general housekeeping standards by keeping the work environment clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines, including the proper use of personal protective equipment and safe operating practices.
• Adapt to fast-paced production demands and changing priorities while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and support continuous improvement.

Essential Skills

• Previous manufacturing or production experience.
• Demonstrated good job history with consistent and reliable work performance.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude toward learning and teamwork.
• Ability to perform material handling tasks, including moving bulk materials and using pallet jacks.
• Capability to shovel and pack materials into bags repeatedly during a shift.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment and adapting quickly to changes in production demands.
• Ability to lift up to approximately 30 pounds on a regular basis.
• Willingness to perform general housekeeping and cleaning tasks as part of daily responsibilities.
• Readiness to work in a dirty environment due to the carbon process and to get physically dirty on the job.
• Commitment to working safely and following established safety procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Forklift experience is a plus.
• Experience with material handling equipment such as pallet jacks.
• Experience in batch making, mixing, or assembly work in a manufacturing setting.
• Exposure to machine operation or mechanical tasks in a production environment.
• Flexibility to work different shifts, including 1st shift (6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.) and 2nd shift (2:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m.), Monday through Friday.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable organization with very low turnover, reflecting a positive and supportive workplace culture. The company offers strong benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k), along with eight paid holidays while on contract. You benefit from a safe and well-maintained facility where safety is a top priority, and you can build a long-term career in a dependable and team-oriented environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a manufacturing plant on the east side of Columbus that produces carbon for water filtration systems. The work environment can be dirty due to the carbon process, and temperatures may be hot in the summer and cold in the winter. Despite these conditions, the facility is kept very clean and well maintained, with a strong emphasis on safety and proper operation of equipment. The position involves fast-paced, hands-on work with material handling, mixing, and machine operation, and requires comfort with getting dirty as part of daily tasks. Standard schedules include 1st shift from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 2nd shift from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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 Columbus,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 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.