Immediately Hiring Production Associates

Aerotek; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Nashville, TN is hiring Production Associates for 2nd and 3rd shifts. You will support multiple departments in a high-volume plant, operate machinery, assemble products, inspect glass, and package items for shipment.

Cross‑training across departments is routine, with heavy lifting and standing required throughout the shift. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and meeting production goals, with opportunities to learn across processes and contribute to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of work experience in any industry.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to stand for the entire shift and perform frequent bending and physical activity.
• Comfort working in a manufacturing or general labor environment.
• Ability to work on an assembly line and maintain pace with production requirements.
• Ability to perform visual inspections to identify defects in glass products.
• Basic experience using hand tools such as tape measures, Allen wrenches, and screwdrivers.
• Willingness to work 2nd or 3rd shift and flexibility to adjust to different shifts if required.
• Reliability in attendance and the ability to follow instructions and standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Work in an assigned department within the plant to support daily production activities and meet established production goals.
• Operate production and manufacturing machinery safely and efficiently after receiving appropriate training.
• Perform assembly line work, including completing assigned tasks in the manufacturing process while maintaining pace with the production line.
• Package glass products securely and accurately to prepare them for shipment, following all packaging and labeling requirements.
• Conduct visual inspections of glass products to identify defects or quality issues and report any nonconforming items to the appropriate personnel.
• Use basic hand tools such as tape measures, Allen wrenches, and screwdrivers to complete production, assembly, or adjustment tasks as needed.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while working with machinery, tools, and materials in a manufacturing environment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support safe and efficient operations.
• Participate in cross‑training and perform duties in multiple departments as business needs require.
• Lift materials and products weighing up to 50 pounds and perform tasks that require standing, bending, and moving throughout the entire shift.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to communicate issues, support continuous improvement, and ensure production targets are met.

Skills

HS Diploma/GED

1 year experience

Heavy lifting

Stand long shifts

Manufacturing

Assembly line

Visual inspection

Hand tools

2nd/3rd shift

Reliability

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

Tape measures

Allen wrenches

Screwdrivers

Job description

IMMEDIATE HIRING FOR WAREHOUSE WORKERS - 2ND AND 3RD SHIFT AT $19.14 AN HOUR!! (NASHVILLE)

The Production Associate supports various departments within a high-volume manufacturing plant by operating equipment, assembling products, inspecting glass, and packaging items for shipment. In this role, you help maintain established production goals while following safety and quality standards. You will receive cross‑training across multiple departments and work in a physically active environment that requires frequent lifting and standing throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Work in an assigned department within the plant to support daily production activities and meet established production goals.

• Operate production and manufacturing machinery safely and efficiently after receiving appropriate training.

• Perform assembly line work, including completing assigned tasks in the manufacturing process while maintaining pace with the production line.

• Package glass products securely and accurately to prepare them for shipment, following all packaging and labeling requirements.

• Conduct visual inspections of glass products to identify defects or quality issues and report any nonconforming items to the appropriate personnel.

• Use basic hand tools such as tape measures, Allen wrenches, and screwdrivers to complete production, assembly, or adjustment tasks as needed.

• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while working with machinery, tools, and materials in a manufacturing environment.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support safe and efficient operations.

• Participate in cross‑training and perform duties in multiple departments as business needs require.

• Lift materials and products weighing up to 50 pounds and perform tasks that require standing, bending, and moving throughout the entire shift.

• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to communicate issues, support continuous improvement, and ensure production targets are met.

Essential Skills

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• At least 1 year of work experience in any industry.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

• Ability to stand for the entire shift and perform frequent bending and physical activity.

• Comfort working in a manufacturing or general labor environment.

• Ability to work on an assembly line and maintain pace with production requirements.

• Ability to perform visual inspections to identify defects in glass products.

• Basic experience using hand tools such as tape measures, Allen wrenches, and screwdrivers.

• Willingness to work 2nd or 3rd shift and flexibility to adjust to different shifts if required.

• Reliability in attendance and the ability to follow instructions and standard operating procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in general labor, construction labor, or manufacturing is helpful and often translates well to this role.

• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with tools and machinery are beneficial.

• Willingness to be cross‑trained and work in multiple departments as needed.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and production demands.

• Comfort working in a union environment.

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.

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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nashville, TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Nashville,TN.

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.