Production Worker

Production Worker - Full-Time |

Heavy Industrial Manufacturing Location:

Tacoma, Wa Pay:

26.40 Join a high-volume manufacturing team producing concrete-based building products and house siding used across the construction industry. This is a hands-on, physically demanding role where you'll operate machinery, handle raw materials, and support multiple departments to keep production running safely and efficiently. If you're reliable, safety-focused, and comfortable working in tough environments, this is a solid long-term opportunity. What You'll Do Perform general labor tasks including material handling, clean-up, and support across production areas Set up, operate, and monitor machinery used to mix and process concrete-based raw materials Assist with testing and inspecting raw materials to ensure they meet quality standards Work in the machine operation department mixing bulk materials according to formulas Support finishing operations by handling products being painted, sealed, or stained Help palletize and prepare finished goods for shipment in the shipping/receiving department Work safely around moving equipment, forklifts, and heavy machinery Maintain clean, organized work areas and clean around production lines as needed Stand, walk, or sit throughout 12-hour shifts on a rotating schedule Lift 35+ lbs regularly and crawl under/around machinery when required Follow all safety procedures and contribute to a Zero Harm safety culture Maintain reliable attendance and support daily production goals What We're Looking For Ideally 1+ year of experience in manufacturing or working with large machinery Proven success in a production, industrial, or business support crew environment Strong commitment to safety and ability to follow detailed procedures Solid work history showing reliability, growth, and consistent performance Ability to stand, walk, or sit for 12-hour shifts Comfortable working in wet, messy, humid environments around bulk raw materials Able to lift 35+ lbs regularly and crawl under/around equipment Basic mechanical aptitude to operate and monitor production equipment Preferred Experience Experience in paper mills, heavy industrial manufacturing, or construction materials Experience with large-scale production equipment or heavy labor environments At least 6+ months of tenure with a single employer Strong attention to detail and ability to follow production and safety protocols Team-oriented mindset with willingness to complete structured safety training Why You'll Want to Work Here Stable, established manufacturing operation with long-term career potential Strong Zero Harm safety culture and a dedicated safety training program Exposure to multiple departments: machine operation, finishing, and shipping Rotating 2-2-3 schedule provides extended blocks of time off while maintaining full-time hours Direct placement opportunity with consistent work and growth potential Work Environment This is a large-scale industrial facility producing concrete-based building materials. You'll work around bulk raw materials, moving equipment, and heavy machinery in wet, messy, and very humid conditions. The role requires frequent lifting of 35+ lbs, continuous standing and walking during 12-hour shifts, and occasional crawling under and around equipment. Schedule follows a 2-2-3 rotating pattern with: 12-hour day shifts: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM 12-hour night shifts: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM New hires complete a one-week safety training program (Mon-Fri, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM) before transitioning to the rotating schedule. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tacoma, WA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $26.40 - $26.40/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 Tacoma,WA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 7, 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.