Production Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Associate
Job Description

The Production Associate supports the rework and inspection of aerospace parts by carefully handling core panels, identifying defects, and performing detailed repairs using hand and power tools. This role plays a key part in ensuring that products meet strict quality and safety standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect aerospace core panels for resin blisters and other visible defects with a high level of attention to detail.
• Handle core panels safely and efficiently during the inspection and rework processes.
• Remove resin blisters using tweezers, sharp hand tools, foxtail files, and other approved tools.
• Use general hand tools and power tools to perform rework and minor repairs on parts as required.
• Lift panels out of boxes for inspection, ensuring proper handling to avoid damage.
• Repack or relocate panels and boxes after inspection and rework are complete.
• Move boxes and materials within the work area, including staging and organizing parts for production flow.
• Stand for extended periods while performing inspection, rework, and general production tasks.
• Perform bending, lifting, pushing, and pulling activities as needed to support daily production operations.
• Follow all safety procedures, tool-handling guidelines, and work instructions to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production targets and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and properly store tools and equipment at the end of each shift.

• Experience working in a manufacturing or factory shop floor environment (preferred).
• Ability to perform detailed visual inspection of parts to identify defects such as resin blisters.
• Proficiency using hand tools, including tweezers, sharp hand tools, and foxtail files.
• Comfort using basic power tools in a production setting.
• Capability to stand for a large portion of the workday.
• Ability to bend, lift, push, and pull safely as part of daily tasks.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to push and pull up to 65 lbs.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Reliability and consistency in following work instructions and safety procedures.

• Prior experience in general production, assembly, or general labor roles.
• Familiarity with aerospace or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented production setting.
• Willingness to learn new processes, tools, and quality standards.

You will join a manufacturing environment where quality, safety, and craftsmanship are highly valued, and your work directly contributes to the reliability of critical aerospace components. The role offers the opportunity to build hands-on technical skills with tools and production processes while working alongside a supportive team. You will benefit from a stable, structured work setting with clear expectations, consistent routines, and opportunities to grow your experience in manufacturing and production.

Work Environment

This position is based on a factory shop floor within a manufacturing environment focused on aerospace parts. You will work around production equipment, hand tools, and power tools, and spend most of the day standing at workstations or moving between inspection and rework areas. The role involves frequent lifting of panels and boxes up to 50 lbs and pushing or pulling loads up to 65 lbs, as well as regular bending and reaching. The environment is fast-paced and process-driven, with clear safety procedures and guidelines for tool use and material handling. Work attire should be practical and suitable for a shop floor setting, allowing safe use of tools and comfortable movement throughout the shift.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Burlington, WA.

The pay range for this position is $22.50 - $22.50/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Burlington,WA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 6, 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.

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.