Production Worker

Job Title: Production Worker

Job Description

This role involves performing a variety of production and general labor tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will set up and operate machinery, handle and test raw materials, and support the production of concrete-based building products. The work is highly physical and takes place in a messy, wet, and very humid environment, requiring frequent lifting, bending, and moving around equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform general labor duties throughout the production facility, including handling raw materials and finished products.

• Set up, operate, and monitor production machinery according to established procedures and safety guidelines.

• Test and inspect raw materials as needed to support the production process.

• Work in messy, wet, and very humid conditions while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

• Lift and move materials and products weighing up to approximately 35 pounds on a regular basis.

• Crawl under and around machinery to perform cleaning, adjustments, or other required tasks safely.

• Support the mixing of raw materials in the machine operation department to create concrete-based products.

• Assist in the finishing department with tasks such as painting, sealing, and staining products according to order specifications.

• Help in the shipping and receiving department by palletizing finished products and preparing them for shipment.

• Operate or assist with forklift operations to move materials and finished goods within the facility, as needed.

• Follow all safety policies and procedures to support a Zero Harm safety culture.

• Maintain a consistent attendance record and demonstrate reliability and strong work ethic.

• Participate in required safety and job training, including the initial safety training week.

Essential Skills

• Ideally a minimum of 1 year of experience in manufacturing or working with large machinery and equipment.

• Demonstrated past success in a manufacturing environment or in a business support crew role.

• Understanding of safety policies and procedures, with a commitment to supporting a Zero Harm safety culture.

• Solid work history that shows learning, job growth, and achievements over time.

• Ability to stand, walk, or sit continuously throughout a 12-hour shift as required by the role.

• Comfort working around bulk raw materials, moving equipment, and conditions associated with cement board manufacturing.

• Ability to regularly lift up to approximately 35 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks such as crawling under and around machinery.

• Stable employment history, with at least 6 or more months of experience with a single employer.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a paper mill environment (for example, large-scale paper manufacturing facilities) is a plus.

• Experience with general labor, machine operation, or forklift operation in an industrial or production setting is beneficial.

• Willingness to work rotating 12-hour shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

• Ability to adapt to working in messy, wet, and humid conditions while maintaining focus and productivity.

Why Work Here?

This is a direct placement opportunity in a stable manufacturing environment that supports long-term career growth. The company emphasizes safety through a strong Zero Harm culture and invests in thorough safety training before you begin full production work. You will have the chance to develop your skills with large-scale machinery and production processes while working within a structured schedule. The role offers the opportunity to build a consistent work history, gain valuable industrial experience, and grow with a team that values reliability, learning, and achievement.

Work Environment

The facility manufactures concrete-based building products and house siding used in the construction and home-building sector. Work takes place across three primary departments: a machine operation department where raw materials are mixed to create the product, a finishing department where products are painted, sealed, and stained according to order specifications, and a shipping and receiving department where finished products are palletized and prepared for shipment, often involving forklift operation. The environment is messy, wet, and very humid, with frequent exposure to bulk raw materials and moving equipment. The role requires frequent lifting of up to approximately 35 pounds and the ability to crawl under and around machinery. The schedule follows 12-hour shifts on a 2-2-3 rotating pattern, with a day shift from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM and a night shift from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Before starting full duties, employees complete a one-week safety training schedule from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Appropriate work attire should be suitable for a physically demanding industrial environment with wet and messy conditions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tacoma, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.40 - $26.40/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tacoma,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.