Job Title: Production Associate (3rd Shift) ($17.50/hr.+)
Job Description
This production role focuses on safely handling and packaging plastic components in a clean, highly automated manufacturing environment. You will work as part of a small, collaborative team to load parts, move materials, support quality inspections, and maintain a clean and organized work area while contributing to continuous, high-volume production. We offer weekly pay with overtime paying time and a half. Apply Today!
2nd shift: 7pm-7am
Will work a rotating schedule* few days on / off.
Employees go up to $21.00/hr. after 6 months
Responsibilities
Load plastic parts into boxes on skids and ensure each skid is filled according to production requirements.
Use a pallet jack to move loaded skids safely and efficiently within the facility.
Work as an active member of a natural team that includes technical operators and technicians, supporting smooth production flow.
Follow all safety rules and procedures at all times and consistently wear required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses and hearing protection.
Lift up to 30 pounds intermittently over a 12-hour shift while performing production and material handling tasks.
Spend the majority of the shift walking and standing to monitor equipment, handle materials, and support production lines.
Pull production racks and gather samples of seals for inspection, supporting quality control activities.
Dump plastic seals into production boxes and visually inspect them for obvious defects while handling.
Transfer full bags of plastic parts into shipping cartons when cartons are full and clearly identify the cavity by writing it on the shipping carton label.
Move full skids to the shipping area and stretch wrap pallets after the inspector completes paperwork and stamps cartons with the lot number.
Restock supplies for the next shift, including mesh bags, boxes, plastic bags, pallets, and other packaging materials.
Replace cardboard boxes and other consumables used during the shift so that the next team has adequate supplies.
Pick up plastic parts from the floor at the end of every shift to maintain a safe and tidy work area.
Dust and clean equipment as needed to support reliable operation and a clean production environment.
Ensure the plant remains clean and organized at the end of each shift by following established housekeeping standards.
Empty garbage cans regularly and dispose of waste materials according to facility guidelines.
Keep your assigned area clean, organized, and compliant with workplace standards throughout the shift.
Operate within a 24/7 production schedule and coordinate effectively with other shifts to support continuous operations.
Communicate clearly with team members and supervisors about any issues related to production, quality, safety, or equipment.
Essential Skills
Previous manufacturing experience, with familiarity in general production, assembly, or packaging environments.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds intermittently over the course of a 12-hour shift.
Ability to stand and remain on your feet for an entire 12-hour shift.
High school diploma or GED.
Experience with loading and unloading materials in a production or warehouse setting.
Comfort working around automated manufacturing equipment and production lines.
Ability to follow safety procedures and consistently use required personal protective equipment.
Strong attention to detail when visually inspecting parts and labeling cartons.
Reliability in following a rotating 12-hour night shift schedule.
Capability to work effectively as part of a small team with minimal supervision.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Pallet jack experience, including moving skids and pallets safely in a production or warehouse environment.
Packaging experience, particularly on a packaging or production line.
Visual inspection experience, especially with small parts or plastic components.
Comfort working in a highly automated facility with multiple machines running continuously.
Willingness to learn new processes and accept one-on-one training and coaching.
Interest in long-term growth opportunities within a stable production environment.
Why Work Here?
You will join a small, close-knit team in a clean, well-organized, and laid-back environment where employees receive one-on-one training and genuine support. The rotating schedule offers every other weekend off and weekdays off, creating flexibility that can work well for family and personal commitments. Many contractors transition to permanent roles in under six months and receive an immediate pay increase upon hire, reflecting a strong commitment to internal growth and retention. The facility has a history of stability with no layoffs and long-tenured leadership, offering a sense of security and continuity. You will work in a well-established organization with opportunities for advancement, without being tied to a single machine or closely micromanaged, allowing you to work independently and build confidence in your role.
Work Environment
The facility operates 24/7 with four primary shifts: yellow days, yellow nights, green days, and green nights. Night shift hours are 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., following a rotating pattern that typically provides three days off, two days on, and three days off, giving every other weekend off and additional weekdays off. The plant is clean, well-lit, organized, and highly automated, producing approximately 500,000 battery caps per day on 36 machines running continuously. The environment is described as laid back yet professional, with a strong emphasis on safety and cleanliness. Work involves extensive walking, standing, and material handling, including using pallet jacks to move skids. Employees wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and hearing protection as part of the standard dress and safety requirements. The company has a strong record of employee tenure and stability, and the contract-to-hire structure supports long-term employment opportunities in a modern, efficient production setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newton Falls, OH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $17.50/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 Newton Falls,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.
About Aerotek
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.
