Production Associate

Job Title: Production AssociateJob DescriptionThe Production Associate works in a manufacturing plant, supporting various stages of the glass manufacturing process. This role focuses on visual inspection, quality checks, machine support, and preparing products for shipment. The position is a temporary assignment that will continue until the plant closes in the October/November timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Work within the manufacturing plant and support assigned areas of the glass production process.
• Visually inspect glass parts and perform quality checks to ensure products meet required standards.
• Load and unload glass on various conveyor systems safely and efficiently.
• Move racks and products within the facility to prepare them for shipment.
• Band racks of products according to specific customer requirements.
• Pack products securely and accurately for shipment.
• Make minor machine adjustments as needed and collaborate with the maintenance team in the event of equipment breakdowns.
• Perform general production and assembly tasks as directed.
• Follow all safety procedures and use required protective equipment at all times.
• Maintain consistent and reliable attendance, adhering to the attendance policy.

Essential Skills

• Experience in production, general production, or manufacturing environments.
• Background in assembly work, including automotive assembly or similar roles.
• Machine operating experience, including basic machine operation and adjustments.
• Ability to perform visual inspection and quality checks on products.
• Experience with packaging, packing, and preparing products for shipment.
• Capability to perform general labor tasks in a plant production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Reliability and strong attendance, with the ability to adhere to strict attendance expectations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience as a production worker or machine operator.
• Familiarity with conveyor systems and handling glass or similar materials.
• Comfort working in a non-climate-controlled environment.
• Ability to work night shift, day shift, or second shift as needed.
• Willingness to learn and follow structured training in a manufacturing setting.

Why Work Here?This opportunity offers a well-structured temporary assignment with clear expectations and strong support from a well-trained team. You can earn weekly attendance incentives, receiving a bonus equal to the number of hours worked when you maintain perfect attendance. In addition, if you work for 90 days, you become eligible for four weeks of severance pay based on a 40-hour workweek. The role provides a chance to gain or expand manufacturing experience, work with supportive training, and benefit from clearly defined attendance and incentive programs during the plants remaining operating period. Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a plant production environment that is clean and focused on safety. The facility is non-climate controlled, so it can be hot in the summer and cold in the winter. You receive thorough training to perform your duties safely and effectively. Attendance is critical, and the policy allows only three points in the first 90 days. Safety shoes made of leather are required and must be provided by the employee. The company supplies high-visibility vests, as well as hearing and eye protection. The assignment runs until the October/November timeframe when the plant is scheduled to shut down. Production openings are primarily on night shift, with additional roles on day shift and second shift. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vonore, TN. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $17.98 - $19.48/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vonore, TN. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Vonore,TN.

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.