Production Associate

Job Title: Production Associate ($20.00/hr.) (1st Shift)

Job Description

The Production Associate supports day-to-day manufacturing operations by handling chemicals, performing light assembly and packaging tasks, and operating production equipment. This role stores, retrieves, mixes, and monitors chemicals used in the production process, records key production data, and helps ensure products meet quality and safety standards. The position works closely with team members to keep production running efficiently and on schedule. Must be comfortable working 10 hour shifts. We offer weekly pay with overtime paying time and a half. Apply Today!

Responsibilities

• Store, retrieve, mix, and monitor chemicals used in the production process according to established procedures.
• Record detailed production information, including ingredients, weights, temperatures, and other key data, and accurately enter this information into the computer system or database.
• Troubleshoot basic issues with production equipment and processes, and escalate more complex problems to the appropriate personnel.
• Observe and follow all company, local, state, and federal safety and quality regulations at all times.
• Follow warehouse and production safety guidelines and promptly report any accidents, safety violations, or other concerns.
• Assist in planning and improving production processes and product quality by providing feedback and suggestions.
• Work collaboratively with other team members to ensure timely completion of production schedules and customer orders.
• Perform some light assembly work as required to support the production line.
• Pick parts and products for orders, organize items ordered by customers, and prepare them for shipment.
• Operate equipment to collect, move, deliver, and package goods safely and efficiently.
• Use RF scan guns or similar tools to support warehouse inventory activities, labeling, and tracking.
• Load and unload materials and products as needed to support production and shipping operations.
• Perform general production and packaging tasks, including labeling, packing, and machine operation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with company standards.
• Carry out other duties as assigned to support overall production and warehouse operations.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of manufacturing experience in a production, warehouse, or similar environment.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs repetitively throughout the shift.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to log production numbers and enter data accurately.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions related to chemical mixing, machine operation, and safety procedures.
• Comfort working with production and packaging equipment and learning machine operation tasks.
• Attention to detail when measuring, weighing, and recording ingredients and batch information.
• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to safety guidelines in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team to meet production goals.
• Reliable attendance and the ability to work assigned shifts, including training on first shift and then transitioning to third shift.
• Ability and willingness to wear steel toe boots as required for the role.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience with weight or batch mixing in a manufacturing or chemical environment.
• Experience with labeling and packaging products in a production or warehouse setting.
• Experience operating tow motors or similar material-handling equipment.
• Experience using RF scan guns for warehouse inventory, picking, and tracking.
• in general production work, including loading, unloading, and machine operation.
• Experience as a batch mixer, chemical mixer, or general production worker in a related industry.
• Ability to learn and operate various types of production and packaging machinery.
• Strong organizational skills for picking, staging, and preparing customer orders for shipment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a clean, well-organized facility that invests in its people and provides clear pathways to full-time employment and added benefits. Early on, you receive uniforms to support a professional and consistent work environment. Once you transition to full-time status, you gain access to full benefits and two weeks of paid vacation, supporting work-life balance and time to recharge. The company also reimburses you for steel toe boots once you are full time, demonstrating a commitment to both your safety and comfort on the job. Shift differentials for third shift provide an opportunity to increase your earnings while working a schedule that may fit your lifestyle. The organization continues to expand into new facilities, reflecting stability and ongoing growth.

Work Environment

The facility is extremely well kept, clean, and well lit, providing a comfortable and organized setting for daily work. It is a newer facility that houses operations moved from an older location, reflecting recent investment in the workspace. Temperatures can be warmer in the summer and cooler in the winter when bay doors are open, but conditions remain within a typical range for a manufacturing and warehouse environment. Initial training takes place on first shift for approximately one month, with a schedule of 5:30 AM to 6:15 PM, Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday, depending on preference. After training, the role transitions to third shift, working 10:15 PM to 6:45 AM from Sunday night through Friday morning, with an additional shift differential for working nights. Standard hours may also include an 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM schedule, Monday through Friday, and during busy seasons the operation may move to four 10-hour shifts, with additional production run on Fridays as needed. The workday includes two paid 15-minute breaks and one unpaid 30-minute lunch. Steel toe boots are required on the production floor, and employees receive uniforms early in their employment to maintain a consistent and safe dress code.

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

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/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 Willoughby,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 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.