Production Associate

Production Associate

Join our dynamic team as a Production Associate, where you will play a crucial role in operating and setting up manufacturing equipment. Your expertise will ensure the accuracy and quality of our products, while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Effectively set up and operate manufacturing equipment.
• Work from operational prints to set up machines.
• Make necessary adjustments and changes to maintain acceptable tolerances.
• Use gauges, calibers, and other measuring devices to ensure the accuracy of produced products.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, reporting any discrepancies or concerns.
• Perform control plan requirements such as sign-off of 'first piece' articles.
• Troubleshoot and correct machine setup problems.
• Perform operator preventative maintenance.
• Maintain coolant levels and lubrication as prescribed.
• Maintain necessary written and electronic process/labor documentation.
• Work extra hours to maintain production needs, if necessary.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Perform 5s activities in the work cell.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Experience with lathe, brake press, and forming operator.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Proficiency as a machine operator.
• Physical dexterity and ability to lift up to 40 pounds from floor level.
• Ability to stand for the duration of the shift.
• Capability to participate in job rotation assignments.
• Willingness to work overtime as required.

Why Work Here?

Join a team that values partnership, passion, agility, teamwork, integrity, and diversity. We are committed to sustainability and corporate social responsibility, offering a supportive environment where you can grow and thrive.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Beatrice, NE.

The pay range for this position is $19.45 - $26.14/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)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Beatrice, NE.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Beatrice,NE.

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.