Production Associate

Aerotek; Ohio; On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Canfield, OH is seeking a Production Associate to support a unionized manufacturing facility on a rotating three-shift schedule (11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.).

You will perform general labor, assist with material handling, inspect coils, monitor equipment temperatures, and support maintenance, safety, and quality checks across multiple lines. This contract-to-hire role requires reliability and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfort standing for the full shift in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail in quality inspection and measurement.
• Ability to work well on a production floor as part of a team.
• Willingness to follow all safety procedures and contribute to safety culture.
• General labor tasks including material handling and basic facility maintenance.
• Comfort with machine operation, line work and measurement tools.
• Reliability and flexibility to rotate shifts Monday–Friday.

Responsibilities

• Work a rotating schedule on all three shifts (11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.) Monday through Friday.
• Perform a variety of general labor tasks throughout the facility as assigned.
• Dump excess scrap and defective coil parts in a safe and efficient manner.
• Load propane tanks for use on operating production lines, following all safety procedures.
• Work on the paint line and perform quality checks on coils as they come off the line.
• Monitor and oversee temperature control to help ensure production lines run smoothly at all times.
• Assist with facility maintenance tasks such as applying salt in the parking lot, cleaning workstations, and supporting general housekeeping.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures and contribute to a strong safety culture.
• Work effectively with other team members to support smooth production flow and meet operational goals.
• Remain attentive to detail while operating or working around machinery, line equipment, and measurement tools.
• Support continuous production by responding promptly to direction from supervisors and collaborating with coworkers across shifts.

Skills

Lift up to 50 lbs

Stand for long shifts

Attention to detail

Team player

Follow safety procedures

General labor

Machine/line operation

Shift flexibility

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Associate

The Production Associate supports a unionized manufacturing facility by performing a variety of general labor and production tasks across multiple lines and departments. This role works on a rotating schedule across all three shifts and helps maintain safe, efficient, and high-quality production by handling materials, monitoring equipment, and assisting with facility upkeep.

Responsibilities

• Work a rotating schedule on all three shifts (11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.) Monday through Friday.
• Perform a variety of general labor tasks throughout the facility as assigned.
• Dump excess scrap and defective coil parts in a safe and efficient manner.
• Load propane tanks for use on operating production lines, following all safety procedures.
• Work on the paint line and perform quality checks on coils as they come off the line.
• Monitor and oversee temperature control to help ensure production lines run smoothly at all times.
• Assist with facility maintenance tasks such as applying salt in the parking lot, cleaning workstations, and supporting general housekeeping.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures and contribute to a strong safety culture.
• Work effectively with other team members to support smooth production flow and meet operational goals.
• Remain attentive to detail while operating or working around machinery, line equipment, and measurement tools.
• Support continuous production by responding promptly to direction from supervisors and collaborating with coworkers across shifts.

Essential Skills

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs for the duration of the shift.
• Comfort working on feet for the entire shift in a fast-paced production environment.
• Attention to detail when performing tasks such as quality inspection and measurement.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team on the production floor.
• Willingness to follow all safety procedures and contribute to a strong safety culture.
• Capability to perform general labor tasks, including material handling and basic facility maintenance.
• Comfort working with machine operation, line work, and measurement tools.
• Reliability and flexibility to work a rotating shift schedule Monday through Friday.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior production, general labor, or construction experience is a plus, but not required.
• Experience with quality inspection or line work is beneficial.
• Familiarity with measurement tools and basic machine operation is an advantage.
• Comfort working in a union environment.
• Strong communication skills to support trust and open communication with coworkers and leadership.

Why Work Here?

Employees have the opportunity to join a union upon hire and bid on open positions, creating clear pathways for internal advancement. The organization promotes an open-door culture, where leadership encourages communication and feedback. Flexibility is a key value, with the ability for employees to switch shifts with coworkers when personal circumstances arise. Safety remains a top priority throughout the facility, and the company regularly demonstrates appreciation by hosting monthly employee lunches and meals.

Work Environment

This role is based in a unionized manufacturing facility with approximately 28 employees working on the production floor. The facility has been operating since the 1950s and takes pride in building trust and maintaining strong communication with employees. The environment emphasizes safety and teamwork, with a clear safety culture guiding day-to-day operations. Work is performed on a rotating schedule across three shifts (11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.) Monday through Friday. The position involves standing for most of the shift, working around production lines and machinery, and handling materials and equipment such as coils, propane tanks, and measurement tools.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of CANFIELD, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.04 - $19.04/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 contribu