**Production Associate – Encapsulation Department** 📍 **Location:** Summerville, SC 29486 💵 **Starting Pay:** $21/hr (up to $24.50/hr for candidates with 5+ years of manufacturing experience) 🌙 **Shift Differential:** +$2.25/hr for 2nd & 3rd shifts **Open Positions** + **1st Shift:** 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM + **2nd Shift:** 3:30 PM – 11:00 PM + **3rd Shift:** 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM **About the Role** Join a leading **science‑driven health and wellness manufacturer** known for producing high‑quality supplements and vitamins trusted by athletes, healthcare professionals, and consumers worldwide. As a **Production Associate in the Encapsulation Department** , you’ll work in a clean, climate‑controlled environment operating specialized equipment that produces premium health products. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who value precision, teamwork, and a stable career path in a growing industry. **Key Responsibilities** + Operate and monitor encapsulation machines to ensure accurate capsule production. + Perform quality checks in accordance with **GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)** . + Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area following sanitation standards. + Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and report larger concerns promptly. + Complete production documentation accurately and on time. + Work collaboratively with team members to meet daily production goals. **Qualifications** + Previous manufacturing experience preferred; **medical or supplement manufacturing** is a plus. + Ability to follow detailed instructions in a fast‑paced environment. + Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality. + Reliable attendance and a positive, team‑oriented attitude. + Ability to lift up to **50 lbs** and stand for long periods. **Required PPE** + White coat + Goggles + Gloves + Hair net + Face mask **Why You’ll Love Working Here** + Competitive starting pay with higher rates for experienced candidates + Shift differentials for 2nd and 3rd shift + Opportunities for advancement within a growing health and wellness manufacturer + Clean, safe, climate‑controlled facility + Supportive, team‑focused culture **Employee Value Proposition (EVP)** + 100% company‑paid **medical, dental, and vision insurance** + **Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability** and **life insurance** + **401(k)** with employer match up to 4% + Gym membership reimbursement + Monthly allowance of company wellness products + Paid time off, volunteer time off, and holiday leave + Ongoing training, development, and career growth opportunities **Work Environment** + Climate‑controlled, food‑grade clean manufacturing facility + Safety‑focused, collaborative team culture **Upcoming Hiring Event** 📅 **Thursday, January 8th at 2:30 PM** **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract position based out of Summerville, SC. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.50/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 Summerville,SC. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 2026. **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.