Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: Production Operations Technician
Job Description
Candidates will be responsible for coordinating parts, assembly, testing, painting, packaging, and shipping of company products. This role involves performing a variety of manufacturing tasks that include assembling, operating manual and automatic equipment, setting up machines, testing, and dismantling unit assemblies and complex subassembly workstations according to appropriate work process instructions. Employees are expected to rotate among all stations within each assembly cell, performing repetitive work at a consistent pace to meet customer demands. A working knowledge and ability to repair final unit assemblies and complex subassemblies is required. Tasks are largely completed using power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, drills, and torque guns.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate parts, assembly, testing, painting, packaging, and shipping of products.
- Perform a variety of manufacturing tasks including assembling and operating equipment.
- Set up machines and test unit assemblies and complex subassemblies.
- Dismantle unit assemblies and complex subassembly workstations.
- Rotate among stations within each assembly cell, performing repetitive work consistently.
- Repair final unit assemblies and complex subassemblies using power tools.
Essential Skills
- Production experience for at least 6 months.
- 6 months of experience in an assembly-based position.
- Ability to read, write, and understand instructions.
- Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and pneumatic tools.
Why Work Here?
Join a dynamic and supportive team in a large manufacturing facility with opportunities to work across different assembly lines. Enjoy a structured work environment where you can develop your skills with hands-on experience. The company offers a team-oriented culture that values safety and quality.
Work Environment
This is a large manufacturing facility with approximately 270-290 production-based employees across 13-14 different assembly lines. Available shifts are 1st Shift: 6-2, 2nd Shift: 2-10, and 3rd Shift: 10-6. The dress code requires steel-toed boots, jeans, t-shirts, and gloves, as many products have oil on them due to the focus on hydraulic components, which require oil for lubrication.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of AMES, IA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.70/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 AMES,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.
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.
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.
Company DescriptionWe 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.
Company Description
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.