Production Associate

Production Associate

Hands-On | First Shift | Stable Schedule

Pay rate: $18/hr - increases to $22.50/hr after six months

Join a fast-paced manufacturing team as a Production Associate, where your work directly supports daily warehouse and production operations. In this active, hands-on role, you’ll handle finished cardboard products as they come off production machines—folding, stacking, and moving materials that keep production running smoothly. This position is ideal for dependable, physically active individuals who enjoy straightforward tasks, consistent routines, and working in a clean, safety-focused environment.

• Safely remove finished cardboard boxes from the back end of production machines
• Fold, stack, and organize boxes to meet production and quality standards
• Move finished products to designated warehouse locations or staging areas
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout your shift
• Follow all safety guidelines, production instructions, and operating procedures
• Stand for the full shift while frequently bending, lifting, and stacking materials
• Work independently or with a team to meet daily production goals
• Communicate clearly with coworkers and supervisors regarding workflow, safety, or equipment concerns

Essential Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds repeatedly
• At least 1 year of warehouse experience
• At least 1 year of machine operation experience
• Comfortable working in a warehouse or manufacturing environment
• Ability to stand, bend, lift, and stack throughout the entire shift
• Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team

Preferred Experience

• Packaging, assembly, or general production work
• Folding and stacking cardboard boxes or similar materials
• Handling product from the back end of production machinery
• Experience with paper or corrugated materials
• A growth mindset and willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities

• Stable, first-shift schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
• No nights or weekends for dependable work-life balance
• Clean, climate-controlled facility with a strong safety culture
• Proven safety record with many years of accident-free operations
• Simple, consistent tasks that are easy to learn
• Opportunities for growth and promotion after six months
• Optional overtime available for extra earnings
• Employee appreciation events and holiday observances
• Supportive supervisors and a team-focused environment

This role is based in a clean, well-organized, climate-controlled manufacturing and warehouse setting. Work is active and physical, involving standing for the full shift and frequent lifting, bending, folding, stacking, and moving cardboard boxes as they come off production machines. The environment emphasizes safety, clear expectations, predictable routines, and dependable hours. Dress is practical and suited for hands-on production and warehouse work.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Buffalo, NY.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Buffalo,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2026.

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.