Production Associate

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Production Operator Job Description As a Production Operator, you will play a crucial role in the Mixing and Filling Departments. You will be responsible for mixing pigments with solvents and water, filling paint gallons, labeling products, and performing visual quality inspections. You will operate and maintain mixing equipment, scales, and other tools while adhering to SAP and internal systems for production tracking. Compliance with safety, quality, and environmental regulations is essential, as is maintaining a clean and organized work area following 5S principles. Reporting any deviations or opportunities for improvement is also part of your role. Responsibilities Mix pigments with solvents and water in the Mixing Department. Fill paint gallons, label products, and perform visual quality inspections in the Filling Department. Operate and maintain mixing equipment, scales, and other tools. Follow SAP and internal systems for production tracking. Maintain compliance with safety, quality, and environmental regulations. Keep work area clean and organized, adhering to 5S principles. Report any deviations or improvement opportunities. Essential Skills Attention to detail Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Motivation and eagerness to learn Experience with SAP General labor and inspection experience Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in food & beverage or similar industries is advantageous. A great attitude and willingness to learn are highly valued. Why Work Here? Join us as a direct employee from Day 1 and enjoy 10 paid holidays, no weekend work, and the opportunity for overtime if desired. Our climate-controlled facility offers a strong benefits package and a supportive, calm work environment. Work Environment The work schedule includes openings in the Mixing Department from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM and in the Filling Department from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Overtime is available but not required on weekends. The environment is climate-controlled, calm, clean, and features music playing on the production floor. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Ladson, SC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $39520.00 - $43680.00/yr. Medical, dental, vision, 401K, generous PTO Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Ladson,SC. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 30, 2026.

About Aerotek:

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 meets 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 solving for 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. 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.