• Production Helper

    Aerotek (Portland, OR)


    Job Title: Production Helper

    Job Description

    The role involves material handling and machine operation, packaging and labeling finished products, and preparing them for shipping. You will assist with the setup and operation of automated production machinery to apply weatherizing solutions to large paper rolls used in wrapping concrete forms in the construction industry. Additional duties include shop cleanup and general shop assistance, as well as operating a forklift to move materials.

    Responsibilities

    + Handle materials and operate machines efficiently.

    + Package and label finished products accurately.

    + Prepare products for shipping.

    + Assist with the setup and operation of automated production machinery.

    + Perform shop cleanup and provide general assistance.

    + Operate a forklift to move materials safely.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience in a manufacturing environment.

    + Proficiency in forklift operation.

    + Ability to operate industrial machinery.

    + Experience with materials handling.

    + Familiarity with hand and power tools.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Background in manufacturing or warehouse preferred.

    + Open to candidates with the right attitude and drive.

    + Comfortable working in an industrial environment.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    The company seeks long-term employees and provides an attractive benefits package upon direct hire. Benefits include health and dental insurance, healthcare and dependent care FSAs, life and disability insurance, business travel accident insurance, and a retirement savings plan. Additionally, employees receive paid vacation and education assistance, fostering a supportive and growth-oriented work culture.

     

    Work Environment

     

    This position is based in an industrial manufacturing setting with heavy machinery. Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment, including safety shoes, hard hats, earplugs, and safety glasses. The work schedule rotates between three shifts every eight weeks: Day (6:45 AM – 3:00 PM), Swing (2:45 PM – 11:00 PM), and Night (10:45 PM – 7:00 AM), with a backward rotation from night to swing to day shifts.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

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

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $23.80 - $24.80/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 PORTLAND,OR.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 18, 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.