Job Title: Production Associate

Job Description

In this job, you’ll help package products safely and correctly. You’ll follow instructions, use good work habits, and make sure everything is packed the right way. Most of the work involves packing, stacking, lifting, and keeping machines stocked with materials.

Responsibilities

Set up machines with the right supplies like paper, boxes, and containers.

Help switch out materials quickly so the production line doesn’t slow down.

Check for bad or damaged products and remove anything that doesn’t meet quality standards.

Keep work moving for a small team of three or more people.

Stack products on pallets in the correct pattern.

Build boxes for products that need to be packed by hand.

Use metal detectors and x-ray machines when needed to check product safety.

Help teammates when the production line stops.

Look closely at product labels, seals, and packaging, and report or fix anything that’s wrong.

Fill out required paperwork.

Be part of improvement efforts to make the job faster and easier.

Be on time and at your station when you're supposed to.

Work Environment

The role is based in a manufacturing environment, with exposure to hot or cold climates, chemicals, noise, and vibration. The employee will occasionally encounter wet and humid conditions. The work involves frequent standing, stooping, and bending, with occasional squatting and climbing.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Freeport, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Freeport,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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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