Production Associate

The Production Associate operates and monitors manufacturing equipment, supports smooth production flow, and helps maintain consistent product quality. This role involves working closely with team members on the production line to ensure machinery runs efficiently, materials are handled safely, and the work area remains clean and organized.

• Operate, monitor, and maintain production machinery in a safe and efficient manner.
• Load raw materials into the production line according to established procedures.
• Monitor machines during operation and visually inspect materials as they are being processed.
• Identify and report any equipment, material, or process issues to the team lead promptly.
• Adjust machine settings as needed to maintain quality and productivity standards.
• Work collaboratively with other team members to ensure quality expectations are consistently met.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout the shift.
• Follow all production, safety, and quality guidelines and procedures.
• Assist with basic mechanical tasks related to machine operation and mechanical assembly as needed.
• Support packaging, banding, and material handling activities to keep production running smoothly.

• Experience operating or assisting with machine operation in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to load and unload machines and handle raw materials safely.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with mechanically inclined tasks and basic mechanical assembly.
• Ability to perform visual inspection and basic quality checks during production.
• Comfort working with packaging, banding, and general production tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify issues with equipment or materials.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative production team.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area.

• Forklift experience is a plus.
• Clamp truck experience is a plus.
• Quality inspection experience is a plus.
• Experience in general production, packaging, or mechanical assembly is beneficial.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will join a brand-new facility with a family-like atmosphere and a collaborative culture where everyone works together and supports one another. As one of the first employees, you will have the opportunity to grow with the operation and help shape its processes and culture. The facility features state-of-the-art equipment for its industry, offering a modern, well-equipped environment where you can develop your skills and build a long-term career.

This role is based in a brand-new production facility with a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork. The environment can be loud and may become hot at times, and the facility is installing large fans to improve airflow and comfort. You will work around state-of-the-art production equipment and machinery, handling materials and packaging on the production floor. Appropriate safety footwear, such as steel toe or composite toe shoes, is required before starting in this role. The overall atmosphere emphasizes safety, cooperation, and supporting each other to meet production and quality goals.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jeffersonville, IN.

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $18.50/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 Jeffersonville,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 2, 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.