Production Associate

Job Title: Production Associate – 3rd Shift

Job Description

You will operate and monitor production machinery, ensure consistent product quality, and handle finished rolls safely and efficiently. The position has 1st and 3rd shift schedule in a clean, climate-controlled facility with clear pathways for advancement and competitive benefits.

Responsibilities

• Load raw material into the production machine using the hopper at the front of the equipment.
• Monitor the machine as material is formed into sheets and fed through to the roller at the back, ensuring continuous and consistent operation.
• Visually inspect and monitor products for quality defects throughout the production process, taking action when issues arise.
• Unload finished rolls from the machine once production is complete and place them safely on pallets to prepare for the next roll.
• Maintain a steady pace of work, performing approximately 10 minutes of physical activity per hour and monitoring the machine for the remaining time.
• Follow standard operating procedures and safety guidelines when using hand tools, packaging materials, and production equipment.
• Assist with general production and packing tasks as needed, including packaging finished products for shipment or storage.
• Operate production machinery and related equipment in a safe and efficient manner, including basic machine setup and simple adjustments as required.
• Use forklifts and other material handling equipment, when trained and authorized, to move materials and finished goods.
• Adhere to quality standards and report any equipment malfunctions, safety concerns, or product issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, supporting overall plant cleanliness and efficiency.
• Work effectively on a 2-2-3 3rd shift schedule, demonstrating reliability, steady attendance, and consistent performance.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of manufacturing experience, preferably involving machine operation or production environments.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated steady job history, including at least one year in a consistent position.
• Ability to lift 20–30 lbs consistently and occasionally up to 50 lbs throughout the shift.
• Experience with general production and general labor tasks.
• Hands-on experience with machine operation and machine operating in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to use basic hand tools safely and effectively.
• Experience with packing and packaging processes in a production environment.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Capability to work 3rd shift hours (6:00 p.m.–6:30 a.m.) on a 2-2-3 schedule.
• Commitment to following safety procedures, including use of required personal protective equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a slow-paced production environment where monitoring and attention to detail are critical.
• Experience in adhesive, plastics, or similar continuous-run manufacturing processes is a plus
• Comfort working with automated or semi-automated machinery that requires ongoing observation rather than constant physical labor.
• Willingness to participate in a contract-to-hire arrangement, with a typical 90-day evaluation period.
• Interest in long-term growth within a manufacturing organization, including progression from entry-level operator roles to leadership positions.
• Strong reliability and work ethic, with the ability to adapt to a growing facility and evolving production demands.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a stable role in a growing industry with a strong focus on internal advancement and employee development. You will work in a modern, climate-controlled facility with a supportive management team and a collaborative atmosphere. The organization provides benefits after 30 days with company-paid premiums, quarterly bonuses based on plant productivity, a 401(k) program with company match, and profit sharing. An aggressive raise and promotion structure rewards strong performance, and the contract-to-hire pathway provides a clear route to long-term employment and advancement.

Work Environment

The facility is new, clean, and climate controlled, supporting consistent comfort throughout the year. Employees work with production equipment, hand tools, packaging materials, and forklifts. Steel toe shoes are required, and hearing and eye protection are provided. The environment emphasizes safety, steady pacing, and quality monitoring rather than constant heavy physical labor, with approximately 10 minutes of physical work per hour and the remaining time spent overseeing machine operations

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

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Bellevue,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 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.