Production Helper

Job Title: Production Helper

Job Description

The Production Helper supports the manufacturing of aluminum powder by loading raw materials, operating screening and blending equipment, and handling finished product in an outdoor industrial environment. This role involves physically demanding work in all weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold, while following strict safety protocols and working rotating 12-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the production of aluminum powder by loading raw materials into machines and removing metal as required.
• Handle materials by screening, blending, and packing aluminum powder into 55-gallon drums, Supersacs, and railcars.
• Operate blending towers and assist with furnace, screening, and blending operations to maintain consistent product quality.
• Move packed materials safely and efficiently within the facility to support shipping and storage activities.
• Perform general housekeeping and plant maintenance duties to keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Follow strict safety policies and procedures at all times in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment.
• Work effectively on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule, including day and night shifts, to support 24/7 operations.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and basic measuring tools such as tape measures to complete production tasks accurately.
• Inspect materials and equipment visually and through basic checks to identify issues and report them promptly.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production targets and maintain smooth operations.

Essential Skills

• Experience in manufacturing, production, general labor, or similar industrial environments.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to work with machinery and equipment safely and effectively.
• Ability to perform outdoor, labor-intensive work in all weather conditions, including extreme heat and extreme cold.
• Physical stamina to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and climb three flights of stairs to blending towers multiple times per shift.
• Willingness and ability to work a 2-2-3 rotating schedule with 12-hour shifts on a 24/7 operation, rotating between days and nights.
• Comfort working in an industrial manufacturing setting with year-round outdoor exposure.
• Commitment to following strict safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Basic math skills to support measurement, mixing, and inspection tasks.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and basic measuring tools such as tape measures.
• Attention to detail when operating machines, handling materials, and performing inspections.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in general production, construction, assembly, or concrete work.
• Experience with forklift operation or other material handling equipment.
• Experience with machine operating or machine operation in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Experience performing basic inspection tasks in a production setting.
• Ability to adapt to changing tasks and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong work ethic and reliability in attendance and performance.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from strong long-term growth opportunities, including pay advancement within the first year based on performance. The organization offers comprehensive benefits and a 401(k) plan once hired, supporting financial security and future planning. A weekend shift differential rewards flexibility and commitment to supporting around-the-clock operations. Team members join a stable industrial operation where safety, training, and continuous improvement are key priorities.

Work Environment

This role is based in an industrial manufacturing facility with significant outdoor operations and exposure to the elements year-round. Team members work a 2-2-3 rotating schedule with 12-hour shifts from approximately 6:45 to 7:00, rotating between days and nights every 28 days to support 24/7 production. The work is physically demanding and involves climbing stairs, lifting heavy materials, and operating equipment such as blending towers, furnaces, screens, and material handling systems. Employees regularly use hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools such as tape measures. The environment includes areas of extreme heat and extreme cold, with small buildings available periodically for warming or cooling. Strict safety protocols govern all activities, and employees are expected to maintain clean, orderly work areas through regular housekeeping.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Palmerton, PA.

The pay range for this position is $22.50 - $26.10/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 Palmerton,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 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.