Production Helper

Job Title:

Machine Production Helper:

1st Shift Job Description Join a dynamic team at a leading metal trim manufacturer as a Machine Production Helper. In this role, you will support machine operators in achieving production goals and ensure products are packed and shipped efficiently. This position offers a temporary-to-permanent opportunity for growth and development. Responsibilities Assist machine operators by acting as an extra set of hands to meet production goals and pack and ship products. Measure boards using a tape measure to cut and build shipping crates for finished materials. Receive training and certification for forklift operations to transport sheet metal around the shop. Operate forklifts to move rolls of sheet metal into the slitter machine and transport finished products from the bending machine to the shipping area. Work collaboratively on bending machines to load sheet metal flats, remove bent materials, and stack them. Handle pieces typically 10 ft long, with some up to 12 ft, and lift weights up to 30 lbs. Essential Skills Experience in production and general labor. Proficiency in using tape measures and forklifts. Ability to handle materials and operate slitter and bending machines. Sheet metal experience is advantageous. Additional Skills & Qualifications Strong focus on achieving production goals and maintaining quality standards. Flexibility to work in repetitive tasks with attention to detail. Why Work Here? Employees enjoy competitive benefits including two pay increases within the first year, a 401K plan with a 5% match, and comprehensive health coverage with 90% paid for medical, dental, and vision plans. Family plans are also supported with about 50% coverage. Employees receive PTO, with 2 weeks available after 6 months and 3 weeks after 2 years. Work Environment The work environment is clean, spacious, and semi-climate controlled, allowing for comfortable movement. The facility operates Monday through Friday from 7am to 3:30pm, with two 15-minute breaks and a 30-minute unpaid lunch. The company will transition from Nashville to South Columbia/Mt. Pleasant, TN in October 2026, offering an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing organization. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nashville, TN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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 Nashville,TN.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 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.