Hiring Immediately- Production Associate- $18-$20/hr

Aerotek; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

HSA

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Production Associate in Omaha, NE to operate production equipment, assemble and package products, and help achieve daily targets in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to quality standards, with specific responsibilities around lifting up to 35 pounds, boxing, palletizing, and following detailed work instructions. This contract-to-hire position is onsite in Omaha.

Qualifications

• At least one year of production experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly with coworkers.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Basic skills in production, packaging, assembly, inspection, and general production tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operates production equipment safely and efficiently to support daily manufacturing output.
• Assembles, packages, and prepares products according to established procedures and quality standards.
• Boxes and palletizes finished goods to ensure accurate and secure shipment preparation.
• Lifts, moves, and handles materials and products weighing up to 35 pounds throughout the shift.
• Sorts and bags product in line with production requirements and customer specifications.
• Performs basic inspection of products and packaging to identify defects and maintain quality.
• Follows all safety guidelines, procedures, and regulations while working on the production floor.
• Works collaboratively with team members to maintain a smooth workflow and meet production targets.
• Understands and follows written and verbal instructions in English to complete daily tasks.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area to support safety and efficiency.

Skills

Production experience

Lifting 35 lb

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

English instructions

General production tasks

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

Job Title: Production Associate

The Production Associate operates production equipment, assembles and packages products, and ensures all quality standards are consistently met. This role is essential to achieving daily production goals and maintaining a smooth, efficient workflow throughout the manufacturing process. The Production Associate handles tasks such as boxing, palletizing, lifting materials up to 35 pounds, sorting, and bagging product, while following all safety guidelines and collaborating closely with the production team.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment safely and efficiently to support daily manufacturing output.
• Assemble, package, and prepare products according to established procedures and quality standards.
• Box and palletize finished goods to ensure accurate and secure shipment preparation.
• Lift, move, and handle materials and products weighing up to 35 pounds throughout the shift.
• Sort and bag product in line with production requirements and customer specifications.
• Perform basic inspection of products and packaging to identify defects and maintain quality.
• Follow all safety guidelines, procedures, and regulations while working on the production floor.
• Work collaboratively with team members to maintain a smooth workflow and meet production targets.
• Understand and follow written and verbal instructions in English to complete daily tasks.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support safety and efficiency.

Essential Skills

• At least one year of production experience in a manufacturing or similar environment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly with coworkers.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Basic skills in production, packaging, assembly, inspection, and general production tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts or similar material-handling equipment.
• Comfort working with hay or grass and ability to perform duties without grass allergies.
• Strong attention to detail when inspecting and packaging products.
• Reliability and commitment to consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Interest in developing leadership skills for potential advancement into work coach or management roles.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a culture that recognizes reliability and performance, including attendance-based bonuses and opportunities for advancement. Perfect attendance over six months qualifies team members for a drawing to receive substantial bonuses, with additional monetary rewards for maintaining perfect attendance over that period. There is a clear pathway for career growth, including the potential to be promoted into work coach or management positions. After three months, employees may have the opportunity to transition to a direct role, offering long‑term stability and development within the organization.

Work Environment

The role is based in a manufacturing environment where employees work with materials such as hay or grass, so team members must be comfortable in this setting and free from grass allergies. The schedule consists of four 10-hour shifts from Monday through Thursday, providing three consecutive days off each week. First shift runs from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and second shift runs from 4:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. The environment is fast-paced, production-focused, and safety-oriented, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and consistent workflow.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.34 - $19.34/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 besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

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.

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Omaha,NE.