General Production - Batch Maker

Job Title: General Production – Batch Maker
Job Description

The General Production – Batch Maker sets up and prepares chemical batches according to detailed work orders and recipes. This role handles compounding, blending, and mixing of materials, accurately documents all measurements and production data, and maintains a clean and organized work area in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up equipment and workstations for batch production in accordance with work orders and production schedules.
• Prepare and mix batches by following compounding and blending recipes with a high level of accuracy.
• Measure and handle liquids and chemicals using liters, gallons, and other standard units.
• Use strong math skills to calculate, verify, and record measurements, including decimals, on production travelers and logs.
• Operate mixers and related production equipment safely and efficiently.
• Complete all required production documentation, travel logs, and batch records clearly and accurately.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work station throughout the shift.
• Handle powders, chemicals, and compounds in line with established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Lift and move materials and products, including containers up to 50 lbs., as part of daily production tasks.
• Support overall production goals by working collaboratively with team members and adapting to changing batch and line requirements.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED (required, no exceptions).
• Previous experience in batching, compounding, blending, or similar production roles.
• Experience working with chemicals in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to understand and work with liquid measurements, including liters and gallons.
• Strong math skills, including adding, subtracting, and working with decimals for accurate documentation.
• Ability to read and write in English to follow work orders, recipes, and safety instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as part of routine job duties.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience as a powder maker, chemical batcher, mixer, or compounder in a production setting.
• Familiarity with documenting work using production travelers, travel logs, or similar tracking tools.
• Comfort working with various chemicals and compounds in a process-driven environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to following standardized recipes and procedures.

Why Work Here?

This facility is investing in growth, with a new building addition and expanded production lines driven by increasing sales of new product lines. You will join a growing operation that produces specialized materials used in plating applications, offering the opportunity to develop valuable experience in a niche manufacturing environment and contribute to the success of an evolving, production-focused team.

Work Environment

The role is based in an industrial manufacturing facility that produces chemical products and precious metals used for plating applications. The environment includes active production lines, mixers, and chemical processing equipment, and the facility has a noticeable odor due to ongoing chemical manufacturing. Work involves standing for extended periods, handling chemical materials and powders, and operating production equipment in a process-oriented setting. Standard industrial safety practices apply, including the use of appropriate personal protective equipment as required for working around chemicals and production machinery.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cranston, RI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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 Cranston,RI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 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.

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.