Production Associate

The Production Associate sets up, operates, and maintains finishing equipment to produce high-quality materials according to job specifications and production schedules. This role inspects materials, monitors machine performance, performs basic troubleshooting, and completes quality checks while maintaining accurate records and supporting a safe, clean, and efficient production environment.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow job tickets, production schedules, samples, bluelines, and other job specifications, and seek clarification from supervisory staff when discrepancies arise before proceeding.
• Inspect materials provided for each job to confirm they match the job ticket, sample board, blueline, and all applicable specifications.
• Set up, adjust, and operate finishing machines in accordance with job specifications, operating procedures, and production schedules while minimizing setup waste and processing errors.
• Perform machine changeovers and adjustments to accommodate various paper sizes, folds, formats, and job types.
• Monitor machine performance, production flow, and product quality throughout each run and make mechanical or control adjustments as needed.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic mechanical or operating issues to minimize downtime, and promptly report problems that require additional technical or supervisory support.

Essential Skills

• One to three months of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to operate production and finishing machines and perform general labor tasks in a manufacturing environment.
• Mechanical aptitude with basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow job tickets, work instructions, safety rules, operating procedures, and quality requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality control and accurate inspection.
• Ability to use basic hand tools and measuring devices such as tape measures for setup and inspection.
• Ability to communicate effectively, manage time, maintain accurate records, and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn and use production equipment controls, software, and company systems as required.

Why Work Here?

You join a climate-controlled production environment that values safety, quality, and teamwork. The organization emphasizes clear work instructions, reliable processes, and support from experienced colleagues, creating a stable setting where you can develop your mechanical and production skills. You benefit from consistent schedules, opportunities to learn new equipment and systems, and a culture that rewards reliability, attention to detail, and collaboration.

Work Environment

This role is based in a climate-controlled production facility designed to support safe, efficient, and comfortable operations. You work with finishing machines, production equipment controls, and basic hand tools, following established safety procedures and quality standards. The environment emphasizes clean, organized work areas, proper use of equipment guards and safety devices, and adherence to operating procedures and work instructions. Production schedules and priorities may change, requiring flexibility, but the setting remains structured and well-documented to support consistent, high-quality output.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lincoln, NE.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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 Lincoln,NE.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 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.