General Production Worker

Job Title: General Production Worker Electronic Assembly ( 1st shift or 2nd shift opportunity $15.40 an hour) No background or Drug test
Job Description
This role focuses on electronic assembly of switches used in military, government, agriculture, and healthcare applications. You work with small components, hand tools, and printed circuit boards (PCBs) at your own workstation, performing precise, detail-oriented tasks throughout your shift.
Responsibilities

• Perform electronic assembly of switches for use in military, government, agriculture, and healthcare products.
• Handle and assemble small parts with consistent accuracy, using strong handeye coordination and fine motor skills.
• Use hand tools and small precision tools to build and assemble various component parts.
• Gather and organize all materials and components needed to complete assigned assembly tasks.
• Place and secure components onto printed circuit boards (PCBs) following established procedures and quality standards.
• Inspect work visually to ensure proper placement, alignment, and quality of assembled components.
• Maintain a clean and orderly workstation to support safe and efficient production.
• Follow written and verbal instructions, work instructions, and production guidelines with close attention to detail.
• Work on your feet or seated for extended periods while maintaining focus and productivity.
• Meet daily production expectations and quality standards in a manufacturing environment.
• Support overtime needs by working additional hours as required, typically 34 hours of overtime per day.

Essential Skills

• Experience working with small parts that require strong handeye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to use hand tools and small precision tools safely and effectively in an assembly environment.
• Comfort working with electronic components and assemblies, including placing parts on printed circuit boards.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures.
• Ability to stand or sit for most of the shift while maintaining focus and productivity.
• Willingness and ability to work significant overtime, typically 5060 hours per week when needed.
• Reliability and accountability to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience as an electronic assembler or in electronic assembly is highly beneficial.
• Solder certification is a plus and may support expanded responsibilities.
• Experience with soldering in an electronic assembly environment is an advantage.
• Experience with pick-and-place equipment is a plus and may support a higher pay rate.
• Familiarity with power tools used in light manufacturing or assembly environments.
• Comfort working in a structured manufacturing setting with production goals.

Why Work Here?
You join a stable manufacturing operation that offers a clear path from temporary to permanent employment for individuals who perform well, with many employees converting to permanent status in approximately 67 months. The culture is laid back yet performance-focused, giving you the autonomy to do your work while still providing clear expectations and support. Consistent overtime opportunities allow you to increase your earnings, and strong performers see real long-term opportunity and job security.
Work Environment
You work in a manufacturing environment organized in long rows with approximately five workstations in each row. Each person works at an individual station, using hand tools, small precision tools, and other basic assembly equipment. The culture is relaxed but results-oriented, with the expectation that you understand your tasks and complete them efficiently and accurately. Current openings include first shift (typically 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with openness to starting at 5:30 a.m.) and second shift (3:45 p.m. to 12:15 a.m.), and most team members work 5060 hours per week due to 34 hours of daily overtime. The facility follows health and safety protocols, including temperature checks and brief health questions when you arrive and again near the end of the shift. The environment is typical of light manufacturing, with extended periods of standing or sitting at your station and a practical, comfortable dress code suitable for production work.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of La Grange, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $15.40 - $15.40/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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of La Grange, IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in La Grange,IL.

About Aerotek

Aerotek\u00AE 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.