Job Description

Job Title: Production Helper

Job Description

As a Production Helper, you will play a crucial role in supporting efficient manufacturing operations by handling raw material bags safely and accurately. Your responsibilities will include ensuring quality standards, adhering to safety protocols, and maintaining cleanliness and organization in the work area.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate bag-slicing equipment and associated material-handling equipment.
• Verify materials and quantities against production schedules.
• Inspect materials for damage, contamination, or quality concerns.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area.
• Dispose of empty bags and waste materials properly.
• Report equipment issues and safety concerns.
• Complete production documentation.
• Follow all safety, GMP, and PPE requirements.
• Assist with other production duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Ability to lift 50-60 lbs.
• 1-2 years of manufacturing experience in a heavy industrial setting.
• Familiarity with documentation on quality forms.
• Good work history.
• Machine operation and general production skills.

Work Environment

The work environment is industrial, dusty, and can be hot in the summer and cold in the winter, requiring physical labor. The team size is typically 1-2 people, with each CMO responsible for two machines. Teamwork and attention to detail are critical. Candidates should be prepared to work overtime with short notice. The dress code includes jeans, a T-shirt, steel-tip boots, safety glasses, and a hard hat, which will be provided.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Reading, PA.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Reading,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

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