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Production Associate

Aerotek

Portland, TNContract$18–19/hrTracked 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$18–19/hr
Location
Portland, TN
Schedule
Contract
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Aerotek is hiring a Production Associate. The Production Associate (Trimmer) uses hand routers, trimmers, drills, and fixtures to trim and assemble roto‑molded slides, packs finished slides for shipping, tracks production output and product quality, and communicates daily with Roto Technicians. The role also offers recommendations to improve processes for better time management and quality work habits.

Key focus areas include Use hand routers, trimmers, drills, and fixtures to trim and assemble roto molded slides., Pack finished slides in boxes in preparation for shipping to customers., and Track production output, product quality, and scrapped parts, and communicate to Roto Technicians daily..

Important skills include Hand Routers, Trimmers, Drills, Fixtures, Track Production Output, and Monitor Product Quality.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Hand RoutersTrimmersDrillsFixturesTrack Production OutputMonitor Product QualityCommunicate DailyOffer RecommendationsHand ToolsPower ToolsMechanical AptitudeTape MeasuresTrimming Molded Plastic PartsOperating Molding EquipmentQuality Control

Qualifications

Heavy Lifting

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match

Full job description

Job Title: Trimmer Job Description

As a Trimmer, you will be responsible for using hand routers, trimmers, drills, and fixtures to trim and assemble roto molded slides. You will also pack finished slides into boxes for shipping to customers, track production output, monitor product quality, and communicate daily with Roto Technicians. You will be encouraged to offer recommendations to improve production processes for better time management and quality work habits.

Responsibilities

  • Use hand routers, trimmers, drills, and fixtures to trim and assemble roto molded slides.

  • Pack finished slides in boxes in preparation for shipping to customers.

  • Track production output, product quality, and scrapped parts, and communicate to Roto Technicians daily.

  • Offer recommendations to improve production processes for better time management and quality work habits.

Essential Skills

  • Experience with hand tools and power tools

  • Mechanical aptitude

  • Ability to use tape measures

  • Capability to perform heavy lifting

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Previous experience with trimming molded plastic parts is preferred.

  • Experience operating molding equipment is desirable.

  • Quality control experience is desirable.

Why Work Here?

You will enjoy 1 week of sick leave and 10 paid holidays while on contract. Upon becoming a permanent employee, you will receive 2 weeks of vacation, 1 week of sick leave, and a full range of health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage. The 401(K) plan offers matching contributions, and you can take advantage of health and wellness programs including gym reimbursement. Educational assistance up to $7,000 per year, company-sponsored events, and generous product discounts are also provided.

Work Environment

You will work in a clean environment, although it is not climate-controlled, and it can become very hot during the summer due to the presence of ovens.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/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 Portland,TN.

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.

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