Assistant Production

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Production Job Description

This role supports aerospace manufacturing by packaging and wrapping finished products, as well as assisting in related production activities. You will work as part of a collaborative team, help wherever needed on the shop floor, and have the opportunity to cross-train in areas such as anodizing, plating, and masking. This position is ideal for someone looking to gain experience and build a long-term career in the aerospace and metal finishing industry.

• Package and wrap finished aerospace products according to written instructions and quality standards.
• Assist with masking parts and other metal finishing preparation tasks as part of cross-training in multiple areas.
• Follow written work instructions and production documentation accurately and consistently.
• Operate production and machine equipment safely as part of daily manufacturing activities.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced production environment to meet schedules and throughput goals.
• Support other shop duties outside of the warehouse, including general clean up and maintaining an organized work area.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors, offering help wherever needed to support overall production flow.
• Adhere to safety procedures, shop rules, and quality requirements throughout all tasks.
• Participate in cross-training opportunities in anodizing, plating, masking, and related processes to expand skills.

• Ability to read and follow written instructions accurately.
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced production facility.
• Willingness to perform other shop duties outside of warehouse tasks, including clean up and general support.
• Machine operator experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to help in different areas of the shop as needed.
• Comfort working in a manufacturing setting handling aerospace or industrial products.

• Forklift certification is a plus.
• Experience in general manufacturing, assembly, or production environments.
• Interest in learning and cross-training in anodizing, plating, masking, and other metal finishing processes.
• Comfort working with standardized work instructions and lean manufacturing practices.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality in packaging and handling finished products.

The organization offers a stable and long-established presence in the metal finishing industry, with decades of experience serving aerospace and related markets. Team members benefit from a strong focus on growth, with significant opportunities to advance both locally and nationally. The culture emphasizes continuous improvement and learning, providing an environment where employees can develop new skills, cross-train in specialized processes, and build a long-term career in a highly respected and growing field.

The role is based in a spacious, modern plating and metal finishing facility that provides a full range of processing services in one location, simplifying logistics and supporting efficient production. The operation offers mechanical processes such as shot peen, polishing, and abrasive blasting; aluminum processing including multiple anodize chemistries, chemical conversion coating, and hard anodize; electrolytic plating such as chrome, titanium cadmium, cadmium, and zinc-nickel; coatings and paints including primers, fuel tank coatings, topcoats, dry lubricants, and intumescent coatings; non-destructive testing such as fluorescent penetrant, magnetic particle, and nital etch; and other processes including zinc spray, magnesium processing, and passivation. The facility supports aerospace, defense, commercial, industrial, recreational, and electronics customers across North America and beyond. The environment follows lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices, with a production-floor setting where employees work around machinery, processing lines, and packaging stations. Dress is typical for a manufacturing facility, with appropriate work attire and any required protective equipment provided or specified to ensure safety and cleanliness in a metal finishing and aerospace production setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kent, WA.

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $18.50/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 Kent,WA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 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.