**Job Title: Production Worker - Plastics Department** **Job Description** Join our team as a Production Worker in the Plastics Department, where you'll play a crucial role in assembling and inspecting test strips, packaging products, and operating basic production tools. You will be responsible for removing, separating, documenting, and reporting defective materials or products, as well as monitoring material levels. You must adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and be prepared to perform additional duties as required, including working extended hours when necessary. **Responsibilities** + Assemble and inspect test strips to ensure quality. + Lift and handle products weighing up to 25 lbs. + Package products efficiently and operate basic production tools. + Identify, separate, document, and report defective materials and products. + Monitor material levels to ensure consistent production flow. + Follow SOPs to maintain safety and quality standards. + Perform additional duties as required and work extended hours when necessary. **Essential Skills** + Experience in production, manufacturing, or as a production line worker. + Ability to perform general production tasks including bottling, packing, and machine operation. + Capability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Entry-level position with a focus on good job tenure. + Desire to work in a manufacturing environment. **Why Work Here?** This position offers a contract-to-hire opportunity, providing room for growth with the company for individuals who excel in their role. Benefit from the potential to develop your career in a company known for its leadership in manufacturing chemicals and test kits. **Work Environment** The production environment consists of approximately 90 personnel working from Monday to Friday. Choose between the 1st shift from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm or the 2nd shift from 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm. Our facility is recognized worldwide for its innovative manufacturing processes and commitment to maintaining high standards in water quality monitoring. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $16.50 - $17.00/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 Sparks,MD. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jul 7, 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.