Assistant Worker Jobs in Defiance, OH (NOW HIRING)

Line Worker

This role works in a high-volume production manufacturing environment, overseeing the production of plastic parts and ensuring orders run accurately and efficiently. You will monitor machinery, track and document order information, and maintain organized, safe, and high-quality output on the production line.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the production of plastic parts on extrusion and related manufacturing lines.
• Legibly write and record order information, including tracking what is running and what has been completed.
• Pull part tickets as needed to support current and completed production runs.
• Monitor machinery during operation to ensure consistent performance and product quality.
• Keep parts organized throughout the production process to maintain an efficient workflow.
• Stack and palletize parts safely and accurately for storage or shipment.
• Use rulers, tape measures, and other measuring tools to verify dimensions and ensure products meet specifications.
• Lift and move materials and products weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted throughout the shift.
• Walk up and down short flights of stairs (approximately three steps) to load hoppers and support production needs.
• Perform quality checks on parts hourly or as needed, documenting findings and addressing issues promptly.
• Assist with line setup, cleaning, and general production tasks to keep the work area safe and organized.
• Operate or assist with machine operation, extrusion lines, and fabrication equipment as assigned.
• Use hand and power tools as needed to support assembly, line production, and general labor tasks.
• Support warehouse packing, packaging, and line production activities as required.
• Work independently or as part of a team, staying on task and maintaining productivity throughout the shift.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Waterville, OH.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Waterville,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 2026.

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.

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 in solving 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.