General Production Worker - $18+

Job Title: Swing Shift Assembly Technician

Job Description

The Swing Shift Assembly Technician plays a key role in assembling precision sheet metal products, including slot machines and cloud computing brackets, in a busy machine shop environment. This position uses hand tools and power tools to assemble components according to detailed instructions and blueprints, while maintaining strong safety practices, clear communication, and consistent attendance. It is an entry-level role with room for growth, ideal for individuals with some manufacturing, warehouse, or production experience who are eager to build their skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow established attendance schedules and comply with company attendance policies.
• Assemble sheet metal parts and components using hand tools and power tools.
• Read and interpret detailed instructions, blueprints, and technical drawings to complete assembly tasks accurately.
• Follow direction from supervisors and leads on proper steps and methods to complete work.
• Inspect completed assemblies and projects to ensure quality standards are met.
• Perform physical tasks including sitting, standing, bending, stooping, crawling, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and reaching to complete projects.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area while adhering to all safety procedures and protocols.
• Maintain and troubleshoot basic assembly machinery and equipment as needed.
• Modify components according to measurements and specifications to ensure proper fit and function.
• Use packaging equipment to prepare finished products for shipment or storage.
• Communicate clearly and thoroughly with coworkers, supervisors, and leads regarding work status, issues, and safety concerns.

Essential Skills

• Prior experience in a manufacturing plant, warehouse, machine shop, or production setting (entry-level acceptable; 1+ years preferred).
• Ability to read and accurately interpret mechanical blueprints and technical drawings.
• Hands-on experience using hand tools and power tools in an assembly or production environment.
• Familiarity with inspection tools to verify measurements and quality.
• Experience using packaging equipment in a production or warehouse setting.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs safely and repeatedly as part of daily duties.
• Strong punctuality and reliable attendance.
• Clear verbal communication skills, with the ability to follow instructions and provide updates.
• Adequate sight and hearing to safely operate tools and equipment and perform quality inspections.
• Ability to work a swing shift schedule after initial day-shift training.
• Steel toe boots or safety shoes, worn at all times in the production area.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a machine shop, warehouse, or production environment is preferred.
• Best-fit candidates typically have experience using hand tools and power tools in a machine shop and 3+ years of manufacturing or production experience.
• Solid candidates may have at least 1+ years of general warehouse or production experience.
• Comfort working with mechanical assembly, assembly line processes, and packaging.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-noise industrial setting.
• Willingness to learn from experienced assembly leads and follow structured training programs.

Why Work Here?

Employees join a stable, long-term opportunity with clear paths for advancement and growth within the company. The organization values reliability, safety, and teamwork, and offers the chance to develop technical skills in a well-established machine shop environment. Once hired on directly, employees gain access to comprehensive benefits including health insurance, dental coverage, 401(k), and paid time off, supporting long-term financial security and work-life balance.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large machine shop equipped with metal pressing stations, CNC operators, paint coating ovens, and welding stations, creating a dynamic and industrial work setting. The environment can be cold in the winter and hot in the summer, with consistent exposure to production noise, so comfort working in these conditions is important. The schedule begins with day-shift training, typically from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for several days, followed by transition to a swing shift from approximately 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Dress is casual but safety-focused, with jeans, a t-shirt, and steel toe boots or safety shoes required. New hires participate in safety training and then receive hands-on instruction from experienced assembly leads to ensure they can work confidently and safely with tools, machinery, and sheet metal components.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Reno, NV.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 Contract to Hire position based out of Reno, NV.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Reno,NV.

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.