**Production Associate** **Job Description** The Production Associate position involves performing all tasks related to the manufacturing of the company's products. This includes tasks such as loading raw materials, sorting plies, producing kits, bagging and labeling, working with raw materials, and applying these materials onto the mold following specific planning guidelines. The role requires adherence to standard work methods and safe work habits to ensure efficient and safe production. **Responsibilities** + Load raw materials onto production equipment. + Pick and sort plies for product assembly. + Produce kits and ensure accurate bagging and labeling. + Apply raw materials onto molds according to planning instructions. + Prepare bags for compaction processes. + Push and pull carts to stage blades. + Utilize tools such as bones, scissors, and scalpels safely. **Essential Skills** + Experience with general labor in a production environment. + Proficiency in using hand and power tools. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + High school diploma or GED required. **Work Environment** This position operates on the 2nd shift from 3:30pm to 11:30pm, and the 3rd shift from 11:30pm to 7:30am. The work environment encourages safe work habits and efficient production processes. The role includes utilizing various tools and requires adherence to safety and efficiency standards. **Why Work Here?** Employees are valued for their contribution to the production process and are encouraged to follow safe work practices. The role offers opportunities for skill development in a supportive and efficient work environment. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Marcos, Texas. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 San Marcos,TX. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 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.