Day Production Associate Jobs in Decatur, IL (NOW HIRING)

Hiring Production associate Pay up to $20 in Decatur, IL.

Job Description

The Production Associate supports industrial finishing operations by sandblasting parts in an enclosed blast booth and preparing products for painting and other finishing processes. In this role, you load and unload flat panel products on the production paint line, manually move materials, and assist with day-to-day production needs in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You work closely with a team to ensure products are safely handled, properly prepared, and ready for high-quality finishing.

Responsibilities

• Sandblast parts inside an enclosed blast booth, following all safety procedures and using equipment correctly to prepare surfaces for finishing.
• Prepare products for finishing processes, including cleaning, positioning, and staging parts for the production paint line.
• Support the production paint line by loading and unloading flat panel products according to standard operating procedures.
• Manually move materials and products throughout the facility, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling items as needed.
• Handle flat panel products safely to prevent damage and ensure they are properly oriented for painting and finishing.
• Assist with day-to-day production needs, including general labor tasks and supporting other team members to maintain workflow.
• Work consistently in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining attention to safety and quality.
• Follow all manufacturing and safety guidelines when working in the blast booth and around the paint line.
• Maintain reliable attendance and adhere to the assigned work schedule to support continuous production operations.

Essential Skills

• Ability to lift 1–50 lbs independently on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform team lifts for items weighing more than 50 lbs.
• Comfort working in an enclosed blast booth environment while following safety procedures.
• Comfortable with manual material movement, including frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to stand, bend, lift, push, and pull throughout the entire shift in a production setting.
• Willingness to load and unload production paint lines safely and efficiently.
• Ability to handle flat panel products safely to avoid damage and ensure proper placement.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work the assigned schedule consistently.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing and production environment with fast-paced operations.
• General labor and general production skills applicable to industrial and production line work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing, production, or warehouse experience.
• Experience working on or around a production paint line.
• Experience handling large or awkward products in an industrial setting.
• Exposure to industrial blasting, painting, or paint preparation processes.
• Familiarity with industrial finishing environments, including paint prep and coating operations.

Work Environment

The work environment is an industrial finishing setting where large metal components and fabricated products are prepared and coated before shipment. Operations center around industrial painting and coating services for heavy equipment, machinery, and manufactured components. You work in and around a blast booth and production paint line, handling flat panel products and other metal parts. The environment is fast-paced and production-focused, with frequent physical activity such as standing, bending, lifting, pushing, and pulling throughout the shift. Safety procedures guide all work in the blast booth and around painting equipment, and you can expect typical industrial conditions associated with manufacturing and finishing operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Decatur, IL.

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 Decatur,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 21, 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.

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.