Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: Production AssociateJob Description
This role supports a plastic manufacturing operation by preparing parts and products for cutting, packaging, and shipment, while maintaining quality and meeting production goals. The Production Associate works on the production line and in general labor functions, helping ensure that products are processed accurately, safely, and efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Load and unload parts and products onto pallets in a safe and organized manner.
- Prepare parts and products for cutting to appropriate measurements using tape measures and other basic tools.
- Prepare parts and products to be shipped for powder coating by properly packaging, labeling, and staging materials.
- Work on the production line to support general production tasks, including packing and packaging of finished goods.
- Operate basic production and packaging equipment as needed, following all safety and operating procedures.
- Perform visual inspection of parts and products to ensure they meet quality standards.
- Follow established quality processes and procedures throughout the facility to maintain consistent product standards.
- Support loading, unloading, and general production activities as directed by supervisors or leads.
- Help ensure production deadlines and goals are met by working efficiently and maintaining a steady workflow.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in compliance with facility safety guidelines.
Essential Skills
- Experience in production, general labor, or general production work.
- Ability to perform packaging, packing, loading, unloading, and production line tasks.
- Basic machine operating experience or willingness to learn.
- Ability to accurately use a tape measure to verify measurements.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced work environment.
- Attention to detail to ensure quality standards are consistently met.
- Reliability and strong work ethic to support meeting production deadlines and goals.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Previous manufacturing experience is a plus.
- Experience in inspection and quality-focused roles is beneficial.
- Comfort working with plastic manufacturing processes.
- Willingness to learn and grow into roles such as machine operator, forklift operator, or lead positions.
- Ability to follow established processes and adapt to rotating shift schedules.
Why Work Here?
The company designs and manufactures low-maintenance, beautiful outdoor living and home exterior products made from a majority of recycled materials, leveraging innovations in material science to deliver environmentally sustainable solutions. Employees are valued and supported, with strong opportunities for advancement into roles such as machine operator, forklift operator, or lead positions. Performance reviews create clear opportunities for pay increases, and the work is not particularly fast paced and involves no heavy lifting, supporting a more sustainable day-to-day workload.
Work Environment
This position is based in a plastic manufacturing facility that is not temperature controlled, so temperatures may vary with the seasons. The company operates two buildings within approximately five miles of each other, each supporting a different business unit. The role follows a 1st shift schedule of 5:45 a.m. to 6:16 p.m. on a 4x4 rotating schedule. Orientations are scheduled on Mondays at 3:30 p.m., and the training schedule for day shift is 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for two weeks before transitioning to the 4x4 schedule. The environment involves working around production lines, packaging areas, and loading/unloading zones, with a focus on safety and teamwork.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Scranton, PA.
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 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 Scranton,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.
About Aerotek
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.
\nCompany 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.
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.