**Job Title: Production Assistant** **Job Description** We are looking for a dedicated Production Assistant to join our team. You will be responsible for assisting with setups, changeovers, and production runs, counting finished goods, and staging orders. This role involves heavy lifting and requires the flexibility to assist on different lines and fill in as needed. You will follow direct orders from leads and lead operators and assist in all parts of the production line, performing various labor tasks. **Responsibilities** + Assist with setups, changeovers, and production runs + Count finished goods + Heavy lifting of products + Stage orders + Provide flexibility to assist on different lines and fill in as needed + Follow direct orders from leads and lead operators + Assist in all parts of the production line, performing various labor tasks **Essential Skills** + Experience in production, general labor, general production, machine operation, and inspection + 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment + Ability to lift 50 lbs + Ability to stand for 8+ hours a day + Ability to learn computer systems **Why Work Here?** Join our team to work in a collaborative and supportive environment. We value flexibility and provide opportunities for growth and learning. Our work culture emphasizes teamwork and mutual respect, ensuring a positive work-life balance. **Work Environment** You will work in a manufacturing environment that involves using various equipment and machinery. The position requires standing for extended periods, heavy lifting, and the ability to adapt to different tasks. We maintain a safe and organized workspace, ensuring that all employees follow safety protocols and guidelines. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Salem, Illinois. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00 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 Salem,IL. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Feb 4, 2025. **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.