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Production Associate

Job Overview

The Production Associate is responsible for monitoring molding machine operations, ensuring product quality, and maintaining cleanliness in the Main Molding and Polycams areas. This role supports manufacturing efficiency and product integrity through hands-on tasks and quality control.

Key Responsibilities

+ Operate and monitor up to five molding presses based on production schedules.

+ Inspect molded products hourly for defects; report issues to Team Leader, Processor, or Supervisors.

+ Grind runners and clean tracks, bowls, and conveyors as needed.

+ Perform quality checks and hygrade products for defects.

+ Label products and separate accepted/rejected items.

+ Operate grinders and presses to meet production specifications and deadlines.

+ Maintain a clean and organized work area, including walkways and aisles.

+ Perform general housekeeping (sweeping, trash removal).

+ Lift/move items up to 35 lbs and perform physical tasks such as standing, bending, squatting, and reaching.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience in production, general labor, or manufacturing.

+ Ability to perform heavy lifting and physical tasks.

+ Preferred: 1+ year experience in a similar role.

+ Preferred: Experience with plastic injection molding.

+ Proficiency in machine operation and hand tools.

Additional Responsibilities

+ May assist with assembly and inspection tasks.

+ May be assigned other duties based on skill and availability.

Why Work Here?

We value our employees as our greatest asset. Expect:

+ Competitive compensation and benefits

+ Career development opportunities

+ Inclusive, collaborative culture

+ Flexible work arrangements

+ Commitment to community engagement and sustainability

Work Environment

+ Collaborative manufacturing floor with strong team dynamics

+ Emphasis on safety and compliance

+ Opportunities for skill development and career growth

+ Supportive atmosphere promoting mutual respect

+ Shift options:

+ **1st Shift:** 6:42 AM – 3:12 PM

+ **2nd Shift:** 2:42 PM – 11:12 PM

+ **3rd Shift:** 10:42 PM – 7:12 AM

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Slatersville,RI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 3, 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.