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Production Associate

$19 per hour

Aerotek

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Associate

Looking for a stable job with consistent hours, overtime opportunities, and room to grow? We are hiring Production Associates for manufacturing and food production facilities. No specialized experience required for many openings. We are looking for dependable individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced team environment.

What You'll Do
  • Operate production and packaging equipment
  • Assemble, inspect, and package products
  • Load materials and supplies into machinery
  • Perform quality checks to ensure products meet standards
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment
  • Follow work instructions and safety procedures
  • Assist with general production duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
  • Previous manufacturing, warehouse, production, assembly, or machine operation experience is a plus
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the shift
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong attendance and reliability
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
What We Offer
  • Competitive weekly pay
  • Full-time opportunities
  • Multiple shifts available
  • Overtime opportunities
  • On-the-job training
  • Career advancement potential
  • Stable work with established local employers
We Are Looking For Candidates Who:
  • Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic
  • Take pride in producing quality work
  • Are dependable and safety-focused
  • Want long-term employment opportunities

Position Type: Full-Time

Schedule: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift opportunities may be available

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lena, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lena, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lena,IL.

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.

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