Production Associate

Production Associate

Job Description

The Production Associate supports machine operators and shift supervisors by performing a variety of tasks that help ensure daily production goals are met and customer requirements are consistently satisfied.

Responsibilities

• Assist in loading and unloading production equipment to support smooth and efficient operations.
• Follow and enforce all safety procedures and policies to maintain a safe work environment.
• Enter production-related data accurately into the Plant Data Entry (PDE) system.
• Assist in stripping and palletizing finished products to prepare them for storage or shipment.
• Support general housekeeping activities in production areas, including both foam and corrugated sections, to keep workspaces clean and organized.
• Assist production supervisors and machine operators with day-to-day tasks as needed to ensure continuous workflow.
• Provide basic customer service support when required, including clear communication and timely responses.
• Use email and computer systems to support production, documentation, and communication needs.

Essential Skills

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Some warehouse experience, including operating forklifts, is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and follow through to completion.
• Basic computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite and internet use.
• Ability to operate forklifts and proficiency with sit-down and upright reach trucks.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English to follow moderate to complex verbal instructions and understand documentation related to shipping and receiving duties.
• Comfort working in a production or general manufacturing environment.
• Basic familiarity with office equipment such as copiers, scanners, and fax machines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in production, general production, or retail environments.
• Experience using email for professional communication.
• Customer service skills to support internal and external stakeholders.
• Comfort working with plant data entry systems or similar production tracking tools.

Why Work Here?

You will join a company that rewards performance and supports long-term financial well-being through a bonus program tied to company results and a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match. The benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off for vacation, company holidays, and parental leave, as well as access to an Employee Assistance Program for confidential support. Additional offerings such as life insurance, disability coverage, and wellness programs help promote stability, health, and work-life balance.

Work Environment

This role is based in an industrial production environment where temperature control is limited and there is no air conditioning due to product sensitivity to moisture. Team members work 10-hour shifts from Monday through Thursday, typically from 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with a 30-minute lunch break. Depending on operational needs and equipment wear and tear, occasional Friday work may be required to maintain continuity. The position involves working around production equipment, handling materials, and operating forklifts and reach trucks in a manufacturing setting, with an emphasis on safety, cleanliness, and adherence to plant procedures.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Albuquerque, NM.

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $16.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Albuquerque,NM.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 5, 2026.

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.