Production Associate

The Production Associate plays a key role in safely mixing, monitoring, and packaging chemical batches for customer orders. In this role, you receive raw materials, prepare and mix ingredients according to precise formulas, monitor gauges and equipment during production, and package finished products for shipment. The work involves periods of active batch preparation followed by monitoring and maintaining correct temperatures, mixing speeds, and material levels, with only a few batches produced per shift.

• Receive raw materials in the shipping area after the Certificate of Analysis has been approved.
• Prepare and mix ingredients according to prescribed formulas for batch preparation.
• Mix chemicals to produce products while following all process and safety guidelines.
• Monitor gauges, temperature, mixing speed, and material levels during batch processing to ensure proper operation.
• Accurately document the mixing process on Process Check Sheets and Production Formula records.
• Package finished products in accordance with specifications and prepare them for shipment to customers.
• Organize and store raw materials and finished products in the warehouse in an orderly and safe manner.
• Perform daily checks on production and warehouse equipment to verify proper functioning.
• Perform housekeeping tasks to keep the production area and warehouse organized, clean, and safe.
• Operate the water treatment facility as needed to support production and facility operations.
• Maintain a cleanroom-ready mindset and follow cleanliness and safety standards in all work areas.
• Use hand tools and production equipment safely and efficiently during general production and machine operation tasks.
• Collaborate with team members in a small crew environment to meet production goals and maintain a smooth workflow.

• Experience in production, general labor, or general production environments.
• Ability to operate machines and production equipment safely and accurately.
• Comfort working with hand tools and basic mechanical tasks.
• Ability to follow detailed formulas and process instructions when mixing chemicals and preparing batches.
• Strong attention to detail for monitoring gauges, temperatures, and mixing speeds during production.
• Capability to perform quality control checks and accurately complete process documentation.
• Willingness to perform housekeeping duties and maintain organized, clean, and safe work areas.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate a water treatment facility as needed.
• Reliability in working a consistent 40-hour work week with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills for receiving, storing, and handling raw materials and finished products.

• Backgrounds in construction, lawn care, or farming are welcome and considered relevant experience.
• Experience in cleanroom or controlled-environment work is beneficial.
• Previous experience in machine operating, quality control, or labor-intensive roles is an advantage.
• Comfort working in a relaxed production setting with periods of active work and monitoring.
• Ability to work effectively in a small team and communicate clearly with coworkers and supervisors.

You join a relaxed and supportive workplace that values work-life balance, offering a 40-hour work week with no overtime expectations, generous paid time off, and 12 paid holidays. The organization promotes from within, provides room for growth, and does not cap pay progression, giving you opportunities to build a long-term career. A prolonged training period ensures you are set up for success, and a flexible approach to scheduling supports your need for breaks or time off when life requires it.

You work in a relaxed production facility with a small crew of around 25 people, fostering a close-knit and collaborative atmosphere. The schedule centers on a standard 40-hour work week with no overtime, and the environment includes periods of active batch preparation followed by monitoring and waiting while batches mix. The facility emphasizes cleanliness and safety, with organized production and warehouse areas and housekeeping expectations. You use production machinery, hand tools, and monitoring equipment such as gauges and temperature controls, and you may operate a water treatment facility as part of daily operations. The team offers flexible scheduling and is willing to work with you if you need prolonged breaks or time off, creating a supportive and accommodating work setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elizabethtown, KY.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Elizabethtown, KY.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Elizabethtown,KY.

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.