Production Associate

Job Title: Production Associate

Job Description

The Production Associate completes large parts assembly activities within an assigned work cell while consistently maintaining product quality, meeting production goals, and following all safety procedures. This role works requires strong attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to perform physical tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete required large parts assembly activities for an assigned work cell while maintaining high product quality.
• Achieve and maintain daily production rates and goals as required by the business.
• Read, understand, and follow standard work instructions for all assigned tasks.
• Keep supervisory staff informed of all cell activity, including quality issues, parts supply concerns, and safety matters within the scope of responsibility.
• Complete all required work cell activities and documentation accurately and on time as requested by the supervisor.
• Attend all required training sessions and apply learned practices to daily work.
• Adhere to all safety procedures at all times and follow plant safety policies.
• Identify and address quality and safety concerns through the appropriate channels for the assigned cell.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and support department projects, tasks, and objectives.
• Keep the workstation clean, orderly, and free of safety hazards at all times.
• Maintain the highest ethical standards in all work activities.
• Use all required tools in the assigned work area safely and correctly.
• Adhere to all required company policies and procedures.
• Work all scheduled hours and perform overtime as mandated by the business.
• Perform other job duties as assigned by leadership.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing plant environment within an assigned work cell. There are 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift openings with overtime required as mandated by the business at times. The facility can be very hot in the summer. Work is physically demanding and requires standing, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, kneeling, and climbing throughout the shift, as well as repeatedly lifting up to 50 pounds. The position involves the use of hand tools, mechanical assembly equipment, and standard personal protective equipment (PPE), which must be worn at all times as required by plant safety policies. The environment emphasizes cleanliness and organization, with an expectation that workstations remain orderly and free of safety hazards.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of SMITHFIELD, NC.

The pay range for this position is $16.25 - $20.75/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 SMITHFIELD,NC.

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.