Production Associate *ALL SHIFTS*

Aerotek; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid breaks

Paid lunch

Union benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

PTO & holidays

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring an entry-level General Laborer / Baler in Beaverton, OR. It offers growth from baler to machine operator within a fast-paced production setting, focusing on safe handling and high-quality output. You will work on end-of-line packaging, wrapping bundles, and moving materials with a pallet jack.

The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and long-term career progression, with paid breaks and comprehensive benefits as you advance. Be prepared for day, swing, and graveyard shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Able to walk long distances in a production setting.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn equipment.
• Capable of heavy manual labor, lifting and stacking.
• Experience or ability to safely use a manual pallet jack.
• Strong focus on safety and quality in all tasks.
• Willingness to work day, swing, and graveyard shifts with notice.
• Interest in advancing to machine operator roles over time.
• Must meet physical requirements of the role.
• Willingness to wear steel-toed shoes.

Responsibilities

• Follow production orders to stack 1050 pound bundles on pallets at end of line.
• Wrap bundles securely with tape for stability during handling and transport.
• Operate a manual pallet jack to move pallets safely.
• Sort, organize, and lift pallets to support workflow and throughput.
• Bale materials from multiple lines while maintaining pace and quality.
• Perform general housekeeping to keep the area clean and safe.
• Adhere to safety and quality procedures and report issues promptly.
• Work across day, swing, and graveyard shifts with proper notice.
• Take on additional duties to support production operations.

Skills

Lift 50 lbs

Walk 34 miles

Mechanical aptitude

Manual labor

Pallet jack

Safety and quality

Shift flexibility

Machine operator path

Physical requirements

Steel-toed shoes

Job description

Job Title: General Laborer / Baler Job Description

This entry-level general laborer/baler role offers a wide variety of internal growth opportunities in a fast-paced production environment. The position focuses on safely moving and palletizing pre-wrapped bundles of paper bags at the end of a bag production conveyor line, while maintaining high standards of quality and housekeeping. It is ideal for a motivated, safety-conscious, and mechanically inclined individual seeking a long-term career with clear advancement into machine operation and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Follow production orders to accurately stack 1050 pound bundles of paper bags on pallets at the end of the conveyor line.

• Wrap bundles securely using tape to ensure stability and product integrity during handling and transport.

• Operate a manual pallet jack as needed to move pallets and materials safely throughout the production area.

• Sort, organize, and lift pallets to support efficient workflow and production throughput.

• Bale materials from 35 machine lines per shift, maintaining consistent pace and quality standards.

• Perform general housekeeping duties to keep the work area clean, organized, and free of safety hazards.

• Adhere to all safety and quality procedures, reporting any issues or concerns promptly.

• Work flexibly across day, swing, and graveyard shifts as required with proper notice.

• Carry out other duties as assigned to support production operations and team goals.

Essential Skills

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently throughout the shift.

• Ability to walk approximately 34 miles per shift in a production environment.

• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn how production equipment and processes work.

• Comfort with manual labor, including repetitive lifting, stacking, and material handling.

• Experience or ability to safely use a manual pallet jack.

• Strong focus on safety and quality in all tasks.

• Open and flexible availability to work day (7:00am3:00pm), swing (3:00pm11:00pm), and graveyard (11:00pm7:00am) shifts with proper notice.

• Ability and desire to eventually move into a machine operator role.

• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including lifting and extended walking.

• Willingness to provide and wear steel-toed shoes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Background in general labor, construction, production, material handling, loading, or unloading is beneficial.

• Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.

• Reliability and strong work ethic with a long-term career mindset.

• Attention to detail when following production orders and stacking bundles.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a production team and follow direction.

• Interest in progressing to machine operator and into higher-level production roles over time.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers clear upward mobility, with a proven career path from baler to machine operator and into leadership roles; every leader in the facility began in this position. All breaks are paid, including a paid 20-minute lunch and a paid 10-minute break. Upon conversion to permanent status, employees join a union and gain access to a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, holidays, vacation, floating holidays, retirement and pension plans, 401(k), and medical, dental, and vision coverage with competitive family plan contributions, as well as life and disability benefits. The culture emphasizes safety, stability, and long-term growth, creating an environment where hard work and commitment are recognized and rewarded.

Work Environment

The role is based in a very clean and safe production facility with a strong, visible emphasis on safety in daily operations. Employees work on and around bag production conveyor lines, handling pre-wrapped bundles and using manual pallet jacks and other basic material-handling equipment. The environment is fast-paced and physically active, involving lifting up to 50 pounds and walking 34 miles per shift. Shifts include day (7:00am3:00pm), swing (3:00pm11:00pm), and graveyard (11:00pm7:00am), with the expectation of flexibility across all three. Steel-toed shoes are required as part of the dress code to support a safe working environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Beaverton, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.80 - $23.80/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 be subject 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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Beaverton, OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Beaverton,OR.

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.