Production Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Production Apprentice Job Description

The Production Apprentice is an entry-level manufacturing position responsible for supporting multiple areas of production, including assembly, quality control, packing, staging, finishing, and print support. This role requires flexibility, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn various production processes while helping maintain daily production goals. The ideal candidate is adaptable, reliable, quality-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where responsibilities may change throughout the shift based on business needs.

• Support assembly, quality control, packing, staging, finishing, and print support.
• Follow written work instructions, SOPs, or standardized processes.
• Perform quality inspections, quality checks, or detail-oriented production tasks.
• Meet productivity and attendance expectations in a fast-paced environment.
• Safely lift up to 50 lbs., stand for extended periods, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve production, quality, or operational goals.

• At least 6 months of experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse, assembly, packaging, or general labor environments.
• Experience using hand and power tools.
• Experience with assembly production and packing.
• Experience with computer operation and inventory systems.
• Experience with 3D printers.
• Experience working in environments with changing priorities and cross-functional responsibilities.

• Experience with finishing, sanding, painting, 3D printing, or light industrial production.
• Experience using basic computer applications such as Google Workspace or Microsoft Office.

Enjoy a supportive work culture that offers monthly employee events and snacks. After a short period, benefit from a competitive pay increase. Upon becoming a permanent employee, enjoy a public transit commuting stipend, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k matching, paid vacation days, and holidays. Additionally, access 3D printers for personal projects and enjoy paid snacks, drinks, and occasional team lunches.

Located in San Leandro, CA, the role follows a schedule from Monday to Friday, 2:30 PM - 10 PM, with a training schedule from Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM. The position offers a competitive pay of $22.00/hour, which includes a 10% Swing Shift Differential.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Leandro, CA.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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 San Leandro, CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in San Leandro,CA.

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.