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Production Worker - Entry
- Aerotek (Chatfield, MN)
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Job Title: Production Worker - Entry
Job Description
The Operator I, Pultrusion is tasked with operating machinery and equipment to produce pultruded products according to specifications. This role involves setting up machines, monitoring the production process, performing quality checks, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining equipment.
Responsibilities
+ Operate machinery and equipment to produce pultruded products according to specifications.
+ Set up machines and monitor the production process.
+ Perform quality checks to ensure products meet standards.
+ Troubleshoot issues that arise during production.
+ Perform routine maintenance on equipment.
+ Keep glass racks full and perform basic pultrusion machine operations.
+ Inspect finished products and set up the saw to cut to desired size.
Essential Skills
+ General production experience.
+ Experience as a Machine Operator.
+ Ability to lift 50 pounds several times a shift.
+ Ability to read a Tape Measure down to a 1/16.
+ 6 months of work history at the same job verified through references.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Experience in lifting, packaging, assembly, picking, packing, and general labor.
Why Work Here?
Our company offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Paid Holidays, Vacation time, Paid leave time, and 401k with a maximum company match of 4%. We also have a Profit Sharing and Bonus Program based on company performance. There is an opportunity to learn different areas and cross-train.
Work Environment
The work environment includes constant standing, moderate to heavy lifting (20-50 pounds), and bending. Employees will be exposed to noise, dust, fiberglass, and resin chemicals due to the manufacturing process, although handling is not required. The team size consists of 5 people per cell, with 45 people on 1st shift, 45 on 2nd shift, and 35 on 3rd shift. Safety glasses, steel-toed boots, and hearing protection are required. It is recommended to wear jeans and a long sleeve shirt due to exposure to fiberglass. The pultrusion hours are 2nd shift from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM and 3rd shift from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Overtime is available and may be mandatory at certain times of the year, subject to supervisor approval.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of CHATFIELD, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/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 CHATFIELD,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Dec 30, 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.
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