Production Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The Production Associate is responsible for building pre-fabricated doors and door jambs by measuring, aligning, and securing components according to specifications and quality standards. This role requires operating basic hand and power tools, reading work instructions, and performing routine inspections to ensure proper fit and finish. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, able to work in a fast-paced production environment, and capable of safely lifting and moving materials as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate woodworking machinery such as table saws, planers, sanders, routers, and CNC equipment (training provided as needed).
• Measure, cut, shape, and assemble wood components for interior and exterior doors.
• Assist in the preparation, layout, and assembly of door frames, panels, and custom components.
• Inspect materials and finished products for accuracy, defects, and adherence to quality standards.
• Perform sanding, fitting, and adjustments to ensure high-quality craftsmanship.
• Follow established quality standards and report issues to supervisors.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
• Perform basic machine setup, calibration, and routine maintenance.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
• Follow daily production schedules and meet output targets.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth workflow and timely order completion.
• Assist with material handling, inventory checks, and staging components for assembly.

Essential Skills

• Basic experience with hand tools or power tools (professional or hobbyist).
• Ability to read a tape measure and interpret simple drawings or work orders.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to stand, lift, bend, and work on your feet for extended periods.
• Willingness to learn new equipment and processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in woodworking, carpentry, or manufacturing.
• Familiarity with woodworking assembly tools such as a router, table saw, and nail gun.
• Experience in door, cabinet, or millwork production.
• Understanding of wood species, joinery, and finishing techniques.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that offers local and national career growth opportunities, where even the Operations Manager started in this position. Benefit from the ability to cross-train, expanding your skill set and advancing your career. Enjoy monthly catered team lunches, Starbucks gift cards on birthdays, monthly raffles for cash prizes, and holiday and year-end events.

Work Environment

This role is set in a warehouse production environment, manufacturing doors and mouldings. The work may expose you to sawdust or other wood products. You will be required to lift heavy materials regularly, including large doors and bundles of mouldings, consistently throughout your shift, up to 100 pounds.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.

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 fully onsite position in Portland,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 1, 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.