
Production Associate Position, Start Immediately | $20.00 - $22.00/Hour I Direct Placement
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Job overview
The Production Associate role at Aerotek in Cottage Grove, MN involves operating production and packaging machines, performing computer input tasks, handling and moving materials, lifting up to 50 pounds, measuring product dimensions, inspecting quality, supporting corrugated processes, and collaborating with teammates in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
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Full job description
Production Associate Position, start immediately | $20.00 - $22.00/Hour I Direct Placement
Description:
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Operate various production and packaging machines safely and efficiently in a manufacturing environment.
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Perform computer input tasks and assist in the control room to support production operations and monitoring.
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Handle materials, including loading, moving, and organizing products and supplies throughout the facility.
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Carry out general labor duties such as lifting up to 50 lbs, staging materials, and maintaining work areas.
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Use a tape measure accurately to verify product dimensions and ensure compliance with specifications.
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Inspect materials and finished products for quality, identifying defects and reporting issues promptly.
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Support corrugated production processes and packaging activities as needed to meet customer requirements.
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Work effectively in a fast-paced, challenging, and results-driven environment while meeting production goals.
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Collaborate with teammates in a respectful, team-oriented manner and contribute to a positive work culture.
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Attend weekly team meetings on Tuesdays, 30 minutes before the shift starts, to review updates and priorities.
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Train on various shifts during the first 90 days to learn equipment, processes, and facility operations.
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Work overtime and occasional Saturdays based on customer demand to support production schedules.
Shift Times:
1st Shift: 7:45am-4:15pm, Monday-Friday
2nd Shift: 3:45pm-12:15am, Monday-Friday
3rd Shift: 11:45pm-8:15am, Monday-Saturday Morning
Pay Rate: $20.00 - $22.00/Hour
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Cottage Grove, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $42640.00 - $47840.00/yr.
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.
Health Vision Dental 401K Monthly Profit Sharing
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Cottage Grove,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 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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