Job Details

Production Helper

The Production Helper is responsible for material handling and machine operation. This includes packaging and labeling finished products, preparing products for shipping, and assisting with the setup and operation of automated production machinery. The role involves handling a weatherizing solution for large paper rolls used in construction, shop cleanup, and general shop assistance. Additionally, the operation of forklifts to move materials is required.

Responsibilities:

• Handle materials and operate machinery.
• Package and label finished products.
• Prepare products for shipping.
• Assist with setup and operation of automated production machinery.
• Perform shop cleanup and provide general shop assistance.
• Operate forklifts to move materials.

Essential Skills:

• Forklift operation experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in machine operation.
• Skills in materials handling.
• Familiarity with hand and power tools.
• Experience with industrial machinery and warehouse distribution.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Manufacturing or warehouse operations preferred.
• Willingness to work in an industrial environment.
• Possess the right attitude and drive for the role.

Why Work Here?

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, healthcare and dependent care FSAs, life and disability insurance, business travel accident insurance, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Employees also enjoy paid vacation and education assistance. The company values long-term employees and provides a supportive and rewarding work environment.

Work Environment:

The work environment is industrial manufacturing, requiring the use of heavy machinery. Employees must wear PPE, including safety shoes, hard hats, earplugs, and safety glasses. The work schedule rotates between three shifts every 8 weeks: Day (6:45AM 3:00PM), Swing (2:45PM 11:00PM), and Night (10:45PM 7:00AM), moving from Night to Swing to Day shifts.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $23.80 - $24.80/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 Portland, OR.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 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 meet 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.