Job Title: Production Associate
Job Description
The Production Associate supports a high-volume manufacturing facility by operating equipment, monitoring production processes, and performing visual quality inspections. You will work in various departments, receive cross-training across multiple production areas, and contribute directly to the manufacturing of glass products. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, learning new skills, and growing within a structured production environment.
Responsibilities
Operate production and manufacturing machines safely and efficiently according to established procedures.
Monitor manufacturing processes to ensure consistent product quality and adherence to production standards.
Perform visual quality inspections on glass products to identify defects and ensure they meet specifications.
Work on general production and assembly lines, including handling, assembling, and packaging products.
Use basic hand tools and measuring tools, such as tape measures, to support fabrication and assembly tasks.
Support various departments within the plant, including areas such as fabrication, float, and lines that run windshields, side windows, and sunroofs, as assigned.
Follow all safety guidelines and maintain a clean and organized work area.
Assist with packaging and preparing finished products for shipment or further processing.
Adapt to different tasks and departments as part of cross-training to support changing production needs.
Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively with supervisors to meet production goals and timelines.
Essential Skills
High School Diploma or GED required.
At least 1 year of manufacturing experience.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds safely and repeatedly.
Mechanical aptitude, including the ability to use basic hand tools.
Experience in general production, general labor, or assembly in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to operate manufacturing machines and follow standard operating procedures.
Capability to perform visual inspections and identify quality issues.
Willingness and ability to work different shifts as needed, including potential movement between 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts.
Why Work Here?
You will join a workplace that values growth, fairness, and long-term career development. Employees have clear opportunities to advance from line roles into supervisory positions, supported by structured training and internal mobility. A strong labor representation helps ensure fair treatment and consistent compensation practices, with regular pay progression and annual increases. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k), vision, and dental coverage, supporting both your financial and personal well-being. With new production lines being installed and significant expansion underway, you will have ample opportunity to grow your skills, increase your responsibilities, and build a stable career in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Work Environment
This role is based in an automotive glass manufacturing facility with a structured, union-represented environment. The plant includes multiple departments, such as fabrication, float, and specialized lines running windshields, side windows, and sunroofs. Work is performed on the production floor around industrial machinery, requiring adherence to safety procedures and the use of appropriate personal protective equipment. The facility operates multiple shifts, including 8-hour shifts in fabrication and 12-hour shifts in the float department. Current hiring focuses on 1st shift (6:00 AM-2:30 PM), with training provided on 1st shift; however, flexibility to work 2nd shift (2:00 PM-10:30 PM) and 3rd shift (10:00 PM-6:30 AM) is important, as shift assignments can change based on union rules and production needs. The environment is fast-paced, hands-on, and team-oriented, with work centered on machine operation, assembly, inspection, and packaging of glass products.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nashville, TN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.14 - $19.14/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Nashville,TN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.
About Aerotek:
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.
