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Job Title: Production Assistant

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a Production Assistant where you will play a crucial role in the setup, changeover, and production processes. You will be an integral part of our manufacturing operations, ensuring the smooth flow of production lines and the quality of finished goods.

Responsibilities

+ Assist with setups, changeovers, and production runs.

+ Count finished goods accurately.

+ Perform heavy lifting of products as needed.

+ Stage orders efficiently for the next phase.

+ Demonstrate flexibility by assisting on different lines and filling in as required.

+ Follow direct orders from leads and lead operators.

+ Engage in all parts of the production line, performing various labor tasks.

Essential Skills

+ Experience in production, general labor, and machine operation.

+ Familiarity with general production processes.

+ Proficiency in inspection tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

+ Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

+ Capability to stand for 8+ hours a day.

+ Willingness and ability to learn computer systems.

Why Work Here?

We offer a supportive work environment where team members are valued and encouraged to grow. Joining us means being part of a company that prioritizes innovation and efficiency while providing opportunities for personal and professional development.

Work Environment

Our work environment is fast-paced and physically demanding, requiring employees to handle heavy lifting and stand for extended periods. We utilize advanced technology and equipment, ensuring a modern and efficient production facility. There is no specific dress code, but appropriate attire for manufacturing is expected.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Salem, Illinois.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.25 - $20.25/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 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 Salem,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.