Production Associate Jobs in Putnam, CT (NOW HIRING)

Are you someone who enjoys working with your hands, following detailed processes, and being part of a team that builds innovative products? Join our growing manufacturing team as a Mix & Cast Production Associate, where you’ll help create advanced composite materials used in important aerospace, defense, and industrial applications.

In this role, you’ll work with specialized materials, production equipment, molds, and curing processes to produce high-quality parts. You’ll gain valuable manufacturing experience while working in a supportive, team-focused environment that encourages learning, improvement, and career growth.

• Read and follow batch cards, work instructions, cure schedules, and quality documentation.
• Accurately weigh and measure materials according to production requirements.
• Mix and handle chemical compounds, resins, and composite materials following safety procedures.
• Operate production equipment including mixers, ovens, vacuum chambers, and transfer tanks.
• Prepare molds through cleaning, setup, and application of required materials.
• Fill molds carefully and monitor curing cycles to ensure product quality.
• Remove finished products from molds and handle parts safely.
• Perform visual inspections and basic quality checks.
• Record production information, material usage, and quality data accurately.
• Clean and maintain production equipment, tools, and work areas.
• Move materials and finished products safely throughout the facility.
• Support inventory, material staging, and production organization.
• Identify production issues and communicate concerns to the appropriate team members.
• Participate in team meetings and continuous improvement efforts to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise instructions.
• Basic math skills for measuring materials, calculating mix ratios, and recording data.
• Manufacturing experience preferred, with one year of experience ideal.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort using production equipment and hand tools.
• Ability to stand throughout the shift and perform consistent physical work.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs frequently and up to 100 lbs occasionally.
• Comfortable working around chemicals, resins, heat, dust, and manufacturing noise.
• Dependable, safety-focused, and committed to quality work.
• Reliable transportation and ability to work at current and future facility locations.

Experience in any of the following is a plus:

• Chemical, resin, epoxy, plastics, or composite manufacturing.
• Aerospace or defense manufacturing.
• Mold preparation and casting processes.
• Quality documentation and inspection procedures.
• Operating mixers, ovens, vacuum chambers, or similar production equipment.
• Material handling equipment such as forklifts.
• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Troubleshooting production equipment and processes.

• Build products using advanced composite materials for critical industries.
• Learn specialized manufacturing processes and develop valuable technical skills.
• Join a workplace where employees are encouraged to share ideas and help improve operations.
• Receive cross-training and opportunities to grow into more advanced manufacturing roles.
• Work with a supportive team that values collaboration, safety, and quality.
• Enjoy the stability of working in a specialized and growing manufacturing environment.

This is an active manufacturing role in a process-driven production facility. You’ll work with mixers, ovens, molds, vacuum equipment, transfer tanks, scales, and other manufacturing tools.

The environment includes exposure to chemicals, resins, heat, dust, airborne particles, and typical manufacturing noise. The position requires regular standing, lifting, moving materials, and attention to detail throughout the shift.

The team works together to maintain a safe, organized, and efficient production environment where every employee plays an important role in delivering quality products.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Attleboro, MA.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/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 hybrid position in Attleboro,MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 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.