Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: Production AssociateJob Description
Join a dynamic and growing U.S. manufacturer in the garage door industry. As a Production Associate, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality of components such as weather seals, hardware, aluminum retainers, fasteners, and accessories. You will work at our Evansville, IN facility, contributing to the production and packaging of high-quality products for major garage door brands nationwide.
Responsibilities
- Sort, count, and package finished products coming off the end of the line in various configurations such as coiled reels, pancake coils, and straight lengths in cartons.
- Create packaging materials as needed for the production line.
- Maintain production standards by adhering to quality guidelines.
- Measure critical dimensions and test-fit products on gauges to ensure quality, documenting measurements for supervisor follow-up.
- Regrind scrap materials and fill hoppers to maintain efficient production flow.
- Stand for 8-hour shifts and lift materials up to 50 lbs regularly.
Essential Skills
- Excellent attention to detail to ensure product quality and customer satisfaction.
- Physical stamina and agility to stand, bend, and lift items up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to be on your feet for up to 8-hour shifts.
- Capability to use hand tools for measurements as trained.
- Basic reading skills in English.
- Ability to work in a drug and alcohol-free workplace.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- 0-2 years of experience, with 6+ months in production, warehouse, or quality control as a plus.
- Previous manufacturing/extrusion experience preferred but not required.
- Blueprint/print reading skills are beneficial.
- Experience with measurement tools and familiarity with extrusion processes are advantageous.
- Forklift certification and basic math skills are nice-to-have.
Why Work Here?
Experience a clear path to permanent employment with a company renowned for converting quality performers. Enjoy the benefits of a real growth trajectory with recent investments in new machinery and expansion plans. Benefit from a strong benefits package after conversion, including a 401k with a match, company-paid medical, life insurance, paid holidays, and PTO. Work in a stable industry with a laid-back culture focused on quality work and growth opportunities.
Work Environment
Work in a manufacturing plant specializing in extrusion and plastic fabrication for garage door components. The facility has multiple extrusion lines running in a climate-controlled environment with machinery noise. Join a team of 60+ employees, working closely with 3-5 people per production line. The culture is laid-back but execution-focused, valuing quality work and communication. Enjoy a Monday-Friday schedule with no weekends, and choose from three available shifts. Dress code includes manufacturing casual attire with steel-toed shoes and safety glasses provided.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Evansville, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $18.00/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 Evansville,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 16, 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.
Company DescriptionWe 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 meet 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 in solving 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.
Company Description
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 meet 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 in solving 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.