Production Tech

The Production Technician operates manufacturing equipment, supports general production activities, and helps maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work area. This role involves running machines, performing basic assembly and inspection tasks, and using math skills to support accurate and consistent production output in a climate-controlled facility.

• Operate production and manufacturing machines safely and efficiently in accordance with established procedures.
• Perform general production tasks, including material handling, basic assembly, and line support as needed.
• Conduct visual and basic dimensional inspections of parts and products to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Use basic math skills, such as adding and subtracting, to verify counts, measurements, and production data.
• Monitor machine performance, identify basic issues, and communicate any problems or abnormalities to the appropriate personnel.
• Follow all safety guidelines, including the proper use of personal protective equipment, to maintain a safe work environment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in the clean, climate-controlled facility.
• Lift and move materials or products weighing up to 50 lbs as part of daily production activities.
• Work assigned shifts reliably, including first, second, or weekend shifts, and support team goals by completing tasks on time.
• Collaborate with coworkers and supervisors to meet production targets and support continuous improvement efforts.

• At least 2 years of manufacturing experience.
• At least 1 year of machine operation experience.
• Experience as a machine operator or in general production or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to perform basic math, including adding and subtracting, to support production and inspection tasks.
• Ability to perform basic assembly and inspection work.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs safely and repeatedly.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment.

• Previous experience in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing environment.
• Comfort working with production variety and adapting to different tasks or machines.
• Strong attention to detail for inspection and quality-related tasks.
• Reliability and consistency in attendance across different shifts.

Employees benefit from paid holidays, a paid birthday off, and PTO accrual, supporting strong work-life balance. The organization offers competitive health insurance benefits and a quarterly bonus incentive program, rewarding performance and commitment. Team members enjoy a clean, climate-controlled environment with work variety and clear opportunities for advancement, creating a stable and engaging place to build a long-term career.

The facility is clean and climate controlled, providing a comfortable and organized production setting. Personal protective equipment is required and includes gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toe safety shoes. Standard hours include a first shift from Monday through Thursday, 6:00 am to 4:00 pm (with some flexibility occasionally available), a second shift from 4:00 pm to 2:00 am, and a weekend shift from Friday through Sunday, 5:00 am to 4:00 pm. The role involves standing for extended periods, working around machinery, and lifting up to 50 lbs while following safety and cleanliness standards.

This is a Contract position based out of Story City, IA.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.00/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 Story City,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 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.