Production Associate

Aerotek; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

HSA

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Production Worker in Minneapolis, MN. The role supports daily manufacturing and shipping in a metal fabrication environment. You will move materials, stage orders, verify accuracy, and assist with production tasks in a small team.

We’re seeking dependable individuals with 6–12 months pallet jack and shipping/receiving experience, able to read English and stand for long periods. Benefits available for eligible temporary staff.

Qualifications

• Experience using pallet jacks in production or shipping settings.
• Shipping/receiving experience and ability to follow work instructions.
• Physical stamina and reliability in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Move materials and orders with pallet jacks safely.
• Stage orders at loading dock for outbound shipments.
• Verify orders against pick sheets for accuracy.
• Wrap pallets to protect products in transit.
• Assist with shipping, receiving, and general production tasks.
• Follow instructions to maintain quality and safety standards.
• Collaborate with a small production/shipping team to meet daily goals.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Skills

Pallet jack operation

Shipping/receiving experience

General labor

English literacy

Physical stamina

Reliability

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

Job Title: Production Worker Job Description

The Production Worker supports daily manufacturing and shipping operations in a metal fabrication environment. This role involves handling materials, staging and preparing orders for shipment, and maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient production area. It is well-suited for a dependable, physically capable individual who wants to build a long-term career in a stable and established company.

Responsibilities

• Use pallet jacks to move materials and customer orders safely throughout the facility.
• Stage orders accurately at the loading dock in preparation for outbound shipments.
• Verify orders against pick sheets to ensure correct items, quantities, and destinations.
• Wrap pallets of finished products securely for shipping to prevent damage in transit.
• Perform general production and packaging tasks as assigned to support manufacturing output.
• Assist with shipping and receiving activities, including loading, unloading, and organizing materials.
• Follow written and verbal instructions carefully to maintain quality and safety standards.
• Work collaboratively with a small production and shipping team to meet daily production goals.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in the fabrication shop.
• Stand, walk, and lift materials throughout the shift to keep production flowing.

Essential Skills

• 6–12 months of experience using pallet jacks in a production, warehouse, or shipping/receiving environment.
• 6–12 months of shipping and receiving experience.
• Ability to perform general labor tasks in a fast-paced production setting.
• Ability to read and speak English to follow work instructions and pick sheets.
• Physical stamina and comfort standing, walking, and moving throughout most of the shift.
• Ability to lift and move materials as needed for production and shipping tasks.
• Reliability, including consistently arriving on time and ready to work.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to following instructions and quality standards.
• Ability to work well with others in a production or warehouse team environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• No certifications or technical degrees required.
• Willingness to learn new tasks and take direction from supervisors and team leads.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, production-style environment.
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset in a small production/shipping group.

Why Work Here?

Join a long-established manufacturer known for more than a century of innovation in metalwork and a complete product line in its niche. You will work in a supportive, team-focused environment that values reliability, safety, and continuous improvement. The company offers a clear path for advancement, providing opportunities to grow your skills and take on additional responsibilities over time. Production gear is provided, and you will be part of a stable organization with a strong reputation and a commitment to quality and craftsmanship.

Work Environment

This role follows a Monday through Thursday schedule from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Work takes place in a clean and organized indoor fabrication shop with a blue-collar, hands-on atmosphere. You will be part of a small 3–4 person production and shipping team working in spacious areas with designated workstations. The environment is fast-paced and production-oriented, with moderate noise levels typical of a manufacturing setting. The dress code includes steel-toed boots, long pants or jeans, and a T-shirt. You must be comfortable standing, walking, and lifting throughout the shift while working around standard shop equipment and materials.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 & 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 Minneapolis,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 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.

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.