Production Operator

Aerotek; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Production Operator for a permanent, on-site role in Ottawa, OH. The position requires operating overhead cranes and annealing furnaces, moving materials, supporting multiple lines, and basic troubleshooting to keep production flowing.

The role involves night and weekend shifts as needed; compensation is in the $41.6k–$45.8k range with weekly pay and standard benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience operating overhead cranes and annealing furnaces.
• Ability to load/unload trucks and move materials safely.
• Familiarity with basic equipment troubleshooting and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Operate overhead cranes to load/unload trucks and machines safely.
• Set up and load annealing furnaces; assist with truck loading.
• Support multiple production lines; perform first-line troubleshooting.
• Use forklifts to move materials to storage and work areas.
• Retrieve steel samples for lab testing and compare with work orders.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas around machinery.
• Package materials using banding equipment for storage or shipment.
• Monitor equipment and communicate issues to maintenance staff.
• Adjust machine controls to ensure consistent production quality.
• Perform overtime as required, including night/weekend shifts.

Skills

Overhead crane operation

Forklift operation

Machine setup and run

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Tools

Annealing furnaces

Banding equipment

Production machinery

Job description

Job Title: Production Operator - 1st or 3rd - 22/hr + Bonus

Job Description

This role involves operating overhead cranes, annealing furnaces, and various production machines to safely move, process, and package steel products in a large industrial facility. You will handle material movement, support multiple production lines, and perform basic troubleshooting to keep equipment running efficiently while maintaining a clean and organized work area.

Responsibilities

• Operate overhead cranes to load and unload trucks, load furnaces, move coils, and load and unload machines in a safe and efficient manner.




• Set up, load, and unload annealing furnaces and assist with loading and unloading trucks as needed.




• Support other areas of the facility while annealing runs are in process, which can last up to two days.




• Operate a variety of production machines across the facility based on skills and operational needs.




• Use forklifts to transport materials to storage areas, production workstations, and designated shipping locations.




• Retrieve steel samples for laboratory testing and compare them against work orders to ensure specifications are met.




• Clean and maintain areas around machinery to support a safe and organized work environment.




• Use banding equipment to package materials securely for storage or shipment.




• Monitor machinery during operation and perform first-line troubleshooting, or clearly communicate issues to maintenance personnel.




• Maintain and adjust machine controls on multiple types of equipment to ensure consistent production quality.




• Follow all safety procedures, including the use of required personal protective equipment, and adhere to facility guidelines.




• Work assigned shifts, including nights and weekends as needed, and perform overtime by starting early, staying late, or working additional days when required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Ottawa, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $41600.00 - $45760.00/yr.

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Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ottawa,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 17, 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. 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.