Production Associate

Job Description

Job Description

General Labor and Operators Available Nashville All Shifts $19-23.50/hr!

Job Description

The Material Handler safely moves, measures, and prepares metal materials to support production and shipping operations in a busy steel warehouse. This role operates equipment such as overhead cranes and front-end loaders, follows instructions from supervisors and leads, and ensures materials are accurately measured and staged for CNC operators and outbound shipments.

Responsibilities

• Accurately read and use a tape measure to measure metal and materials to confirm they meet job and customer specifications.
• Receive and interpret orders and instructions from leads and supervisors to fulfill customer requirements.
• Pull and move metal materials to CNC operators so they can cut products according to client needs.
• Operate an overhead crane to move metal safely within the warehouse and to load materials onto flatbed trucks for shipment.
• Rig metal securely for loading and shipping on flatbed trucks, following safe rigging practices.
• Operate a front-end loader to move and organize materials as directed.
• Perform quality checks on finished products to verify they meet required standards before shipment.
• Handle shipping and receiving tasks, including unloading incoming materials and staging outgoing orders.
• Assist with warehouse inventory, order picking, and packaging of materials for delivery.
• Work closely and safely with team members to move, store, and organize materials throughout the facility.
• Lift and carry materials weighing approximately 45–50 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Work flexibly in different areas of the warehouse as needed to support production and logistics.

Essential Skills

• Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure for measuring metal and other materials.
• Experience with material handling in a warehouse, production, construction, or steel environment.
• Ability to lift 45–50 pounds frequently and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Comfort working in a steel warehouse environment that is non-climate-controlled and can be dirty and physically demanding.
• Strong focus on safety when working with heavy materials, equipment, and as part of a team.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Overhead crane operation experience is a plus.
• Front-end loader (FL) experience is a plus.
• Experience in warehouse, production, construction, or steel operations is a plus.
• Experience with rigging metal for loading and shipping is beneficial.
• Familiarity with shipping and receiving processes, including unloading, order picking, and packaging.
• Experience working with sheet metal and warehouse inventory systems.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Why Work Here?

You join a hands-on, team-oriented operation where your work directly supports customers and production goals. The role offers stable, full-time hours on clearly defined shifts, allowing you to choose a schedule that fits your lifestyle. You gain valuable experience with heavy equipment and metal handling in an industrial setting, building skills that support long-term career growth in warehousing, logistics, and manufacturing.

Work Environment

This position is based in a steel warehouse that is non-climate-controlled and can be dirty and physically demanding. You work around heavy metal materials, overhead cranes, flatbed trucks, and other industrial equipment. The role requires frequent lifting of 45–50 pounds and regular movement throughout the facility. Work is performed on one of three shifts: 1st shift (5:30 AM – 1:30 PM, Monday–Friday), 2nd shift (1:30 PM – 9:30 PM, Monday–Friday), or 3rd shift (9:30 PM – 5:30 AM, Sunday–Thursday). Safety gear and appropriate work attire suitable for a steel warehouse environment are expected.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nashville, TN.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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 Nashville,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 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.