Aerotek ·East York, Pennsylvania ·Contractor ·2026-06-25 Job Title: Production Associate
Location: York, PA
Shifts available: 1st and 2nd
Pay: $18-$20
Job Description
This role supports a multi-faceted industrial coating operation by performing hands-on production tasks such as racking and unracking parts, masking components, performing mechanical cleaning, and assisting with final touch-up work. Production Associates ensure customer parts are prepared, finished, and handled safely and accurately according to work orders and technical instructions across both first and second shifts.
Responsibilities
• Rack, un-rack, and package customer parts according to the work order and established procedures.
• Visually inspect products prior to racking and promptly notify leadership of any non-conformances or defects.
• Record required racking and unracking information accurately on work orders and related documentation.
• Handle customer products and tools carefully to prevent damage during all stages of the process.
• Maintain equipment and the work area in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Consistently follow all safety rules and regulations and work in a safety-minded manner.
• Prepare parts for coating processes to ensure proper adhesion of finishing materials.
• Apply masking materials to parts to control where coatings and plating are applied, ensuring the finishing material goes only where intended.
• Use hand tools to perform accurate masking, trimming, and touch-up work on components.
• Follow clear written and verbal instructions to apply and remove masking materials correctly after processing.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with other team members to coordinate workflow and meet production goals.
• Interpret detailed technical drawings and prints to understand masking requirements and part orientation.
• Perform mechanical cleaning of parts prior to coating as required.
• Load and unload parts from coating processes, including heavier products, while following proper lifting techniques.
• Count, sort, assemble, and pack parts according to customer and internal specifications.
• Perform final table work such as detail-oriented touch-up painting and finishing, particularly on second shift.
• Assist with racking and unracking labor on first and second shifts, including heavier lifting as needed.
• Operate a forklift when needed to support material handling, while understanding this is not a dedicated forklift position.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the overall coating operation.
Essential Skills
• Ability to perform masking activities on parts for metal finishing and plating.
• Ability to perform mechanical cleaning of parts prior to coating.
• Proficiency using hand tools for masking, cleaning, and finishing tasks.
• Ability to load and unload parts from coating processes safely, including heavier items.
• Capability to count, sort, assemble, and pack parts accurately.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work well with others.
• High attention to detail and a strong focus on quality.
• Team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Safety-minded approach to all tasks and adherence to safety procedures.
• Reliable attendance, including being on time and present for all scheduled workdays.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend, and reach overhead for extended periods.
• Ability to interpret detailed technical drawings.
• Comfort working in a production, general labor, or general manufacturing environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Experience with general labor, general production, packaging, and inspection tasks.
• Experience using hand tools, tape measures, and basic measuring devices.
• Experience with packing and preparing parts for shipment or further processing.
• Familiarity with machine operation in a manufacturing or coating environment.
• Ability to operate a forklift when needed, even though this is not a dedicated forklift role.
• Strong attention to detail for tasks such as masking, inspection, and final touch-up work.
• Artistic or detail-oriented skills for touch-up painting and final table work, especially on second shift.
• Comfort working on either first shift (approximately 5:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. or 6:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.) or second shift, depending on business needs.
• Willingness to perform other duties as assigned to support overall production.
Why Work Here?
This opportunity offers a contract-to-hire path within a multi-site industrial operation that serves a diverse range of industries, including defense, aerospace, agriculture, medical, and transportation. The organization emphasizes responsibility to customers, employees, the community, and key stakeholders, fostering a culture that values safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement. You will have the chance to develop hands-on manufacturing skills, contribute directly to delivering high-quality products, and grow within a stable and mission-driven environment.
Work Environment
The role is based in a multi-faceted industrial coating facility located in a newer facility within an older building in York City. The operation includes coating processes, masking stations, mechanical cleaning areas, racking and unracking lines, and packing areas. Production Associates work on either first shift (approximately 5:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. or 6:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m., with a 20-minute paid lunch that is clocked in and out) or second shift, depending on assignment. The work involves standing for most of the shift, as well as stooping, bending, reaching overhead, and lifting up to 50 pounds unassisted. Team members use hand tools, masking materials, tape measures, and various production equipment, and may operate forklifts as needed. The facility operates in an industrial setting where safety, cleanliness, and organization are prioritized, and employees are expected to follow all safety procedures and maintain a neat work area. Appropriate industrial work attire is expected to support safe and comfortable performance of physical production tasks.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of East York, PA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in East York,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 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:
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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