Production Associate

• Job Title:

  Production Associate
• $18.34-$19.34/hr
• Great advancement Opportunities
• Job Description
• As a Production Associate, you play a role in packaging and preparing hay and hay-based products for shipment. You ensure all products meet quality and weight standards, operate production and packaging equipment safely, and contribute to a safe, efficient, and positive work environment in a fast-paced production facility.
• Responsibilities
• + Package hay and hay-based products to meet established quality and weight specifications.

+ Operate packaging and production line equipment safely, efficiently, and in accordance with procedures. + Follow all safety and food safety protocols to maintain a clean and compliant production environment. + Assist with line changes, machine setups, and adjustments as needed to support different products and packaging formats. + Monitor equipment performance during operation and identify potential issues or irregularities. + Communicate equipment or production issues promptly to supervisors or maintenance personnel. + Perform general production, assembly, and packaging tasks such as picking, packing, loading, and working on the assembly line. + Use forklifts or pallet jacks, when trained, to move materials and finished products safely.

• Essential Skills
• + Previous production or warehouse experience, including general labor, packaging, and packing.

+ Ability to lift up to 35 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs for bulk products, including overhead lifting. + Ability to stand for long periods of time in a fast-paced production setting. + Comfort working in dusty environments with exposure to hay and varying temperatures. + Ability to read and follow instructions in English accurately and consistently.

• Why Work Here?
• You join a company that values balance, growth, and well-being.

You benefit from generous paid time off, paid holidays, and a 4-day workweek that supports work-life balance. Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage help you protect your health and future. A 401(k) retirement plan and shift differentials enhance your financial security. Pet-focused benefits, including voluntary pet insurance and 24/7 veterinary telehealth access, reflect a caring culture. You have opportunities for advancement and skill development in an inclusive environment where you are encouraged to be yourself and your voice is valued.

• Work Environment
• You work in a fast-paced, team-oriented production facility focused on safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

The environment involves regular exposure to hay, dust, and varying temperatures, requiring comfort with an agricultural-style setting. Leadership provides support and encourages open communication, fostering a culture where your input matters. Shifts typically run Monday through Thursday, with a choice of 1st shift from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM or 2nd shift from 4:00 PM to 2:30 AM, with Fridays worked as needed to meet production demands. The facility emphasizes proper safety attire, including high-visibility clothing, closed-toe shoes, and safety glasses; safety gear is provided except for shoes. The dress code requires work clothes such as pants or sweatpants and shirts with sleeves, and you avoid wearing piercings or jewelry to maintain safety standards.

• Job Type & Location
• This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, NE.
• Pay and Benefits
• The pay range for this position is $18.34 - $19.34/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 Omaha,NE.
• Application Deadline
• This position is anticipated to close on May 27, 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.

• 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.